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AWS Marketplace with Secon​: A Short Guide

The AWS Marketplace is a digital catalogue managed by Amazon Web Services that simplifies the procurement, deployment, and management of third-party software, data, and services. It offers a vast selection of solutions, including software for cyber security, machine learning, data analytics, DevOps, and more, all available for seamless integration with AWS infrastructure.

By leveraging AWS Marketplace, businesses can easily find, test, buy, and deploy the software they need, streamlining their operations and reducing time to market. For organisations looking to enhance their cyber security posture with robust, scalable cyber security tooling, Secon offers tailored services available through AWS Marketplace.

How to purchase via AWS Marketplace with the Secon.

When purchasing via AWS Marketplace with the assistance of Secon, you have three main scenarios:​

  • Scenario 1: You have an AWS Account​
  • Scenario 2: You don’t have an AWS Account
  • Scenario 3: You need more assistance from Secon

Scenario 1: You have an AWS Account.​

If you have an AWS account, after you, the vendor and Secon agree on commercial terms and scope, the process is as follows: ​

  1. You provide your AWS Account number to Secon​. It is a 12-digit number, such as 012345678901, that uniquely identifies an AWS account.
    • If you don’t know your account ID:
      • Check your browser history. If you have signed in previously, it could be stored in your recent web sites.
      • If you have configured the AWS CLI or an AWS SDK with your account credentials, you can obtain your account ID from your configuration files.
      • Ask your local administrator or account owner, AWS can’t provide account IDs to users.
  2. Secon requests a private offer from the desired vendor​.
  3. The private offer, in line with your scope, is loaded on the AWS system from the vendor.​
  4. Secon will notify you once the offer has been loaded for your acceptance​.
  5. You will receive an email from AWS Marketplace indicating “You have a new Private Offer”​
  6. You log into your AWS Account, reviews contract and terms.​
  7. You accept the offer.

Scenario 2: You don’t have an AWS Account.​

If you do not have AWS account, an account can be created by following the steps below: ​

Sign up for an AWS account​

  1. Open https://portal.aws.amazon.com/billing/signup
  2. Choose Sign up for AWS.
  3. Enter your account information, and then choose Continue.​
  4. Choose Personal or Professional.​
  5. Enter your company or personal information based on the guidance provided in AWS account requirements.​
  6. Read and accept the AWS Customer Agreement.​
  7. Choose Create Account and Continue.​
  8. At this point, you’ll receive an email message to confirm that your AWS account is ready to use. You can sign in to your new account by using the email address and password you provided during sign-up. However, you can’t use any AWS services until you finish activating your account.​

Activating your AWS Account.

You can sign in to your new account by using the email address and password you provided during sign-up. However, you can’t use any AWS services until you finish activating your account.​

  1. On the Payment Information page, enter the information about your payment method. ​
  2. Choose Verify and Add.​
  3. To verify your phone number, choose your country or region code from the list, and enter a phone number where you can be called in the next few minutes. Enter the CAPTCHA code, and submit​
  4. The AWS automated verification system calls you and provides a PIN. Enter the PIN using your phone and then choose Continue.​
  5. Select an AWS Support plan.​
  6. A confirmation page appears that indicates that your account is being activated. This usually takes only a few minutes but can sometimes take up to 24 hours. During activation, you can sign in to your new AWS account. Until activation is complete, you might see a Complete Sign Up button. You can ignore it.​
  7. AWS sends a confirmation email message when account activation is complete. Check your email and spam folder for the confirmation email message. After you receive this message, you have full access to all AWS services.​

For more follow the following link.​

Scenario 3: You need more assistance from Secon.

There are several reasons that you might need some assistance such as:

  • Your organisation does not have AWS account and does not want to create an account ​
  • You can’t create an account due to time or other constraining factors​
  • You have an account but due to the card payment limit needs assistance.

You can get in touch with our team by emailing sales@seconcyber.com with the heading “AWS Marketplace Assistance”.​

Accepting a Private Offer via AWS Marketplace.

When accepting a Private Offer via AWS Marketplace with the assistance of Secon you have three main options:

  • Option 1: Accepting via email link sent to your Admin/Privileged User account.
  • Option 2: Accepting via the AWS Management Console.
  • Option 3: Ask Secon for assistance

Option 1: Accepting via email link sent to your Admin/Privileged User account.

  1. You will receive a notification/email from AWS Marketplace to your assigned Admin/Privileged access account user:
Screenshot of an email from AWS Marketplace with the subject 'A Marketplace Private Offer has been published for AWS account.' The email informs the recipient that they have until July 31, 2024, 11:59 PM UTC to accept the offer.

2. You can navigate directly to the AWS Marketplace by clicking on the link provided in the email or by clicking the following link.

3. You will then log into the account with your Admin/Privileged Root User Account and Password details:

Screenshot of an AWS sign-in page. On the left side, there are options to sign in as a Root user or IAM user, with an input field for the root user email address and a 'Next' button below it. On the right side, there is a banner promoting 'Free, on-demand training' with AWS Skill Builder, offering 600+ digital courses.

4. Once logged in you should see the “Marketplace Private Offer” that has been published on your AWS account.

Screenshot of an AWS Marketplace page showing an offer selection and software contract configuration. The page displays a specific offer labeled 'SaaS CAE Contract FDA Test' with details about the seller, offer ID, and expiration dates. There is an 'Early renewal' option available. Below, there are sections to configure the software contract, including service start and end dates, and a field to enter a purchase order number. The page also includes terms related to the software subscription.

5. Here you can review the terms and pricing information for the offer.

Screenshot of an AWS Marketplace page showing contract details for a software offer. The 'Dates' section highlights the service start date of January 01, 2024, and the offer expiration date of December 01, 2023. Below, there are sections for 'Renewal settings,' indicating that automatic renewal is not available, and 'Contract options,' offering free-trial users access at no cost.

6. Once you are happy with the terms and pricing, you can “create a contract” to accept the offer for the product

Screenshot of an AWS Marketplace page focused on creating a software contract. The page shows an offer selection with details for the 'SaaS CAE Contract FDA Test' and a section to configure the software contract. An orange arrow points to a highlighted 'Create contract' button on the right side, indicating the next step in the process. The page also includes information on service start and end dates, purchase order options, and renewal settings.

7. You must now select “Pay Now” or sometimes “Accept Offer” to proceed.

Screenshot of an AWS Marketplace page showing a confirmation dialog for purchasing a contract.

8. Once you have successfully accepted the offer and the service is scheduled to begin on a specified start date.

Screenshot of an AWS Marketplace page showing a confirmation dialog for a contract subscription. The dialog box confirms that the user is now subscribed to the 'SaaS CAE Contract FDA Test' with a message that reads 'Congratulations! You're now subscribed.

Option 2: Accepting via the AWS Management Console.

If you did not receive the email link sent to your Admin/Privileged User account, a user with the appropriate privileges or admin rights can sign into the client’s AWS Management Consol.

1. Follow this link or do a quick search on Google for “AWS Management Console”

Screenshot of a Google search results page with the query 'aws management console.' The top result is a sponsored link from Amazon Web Services (AWS) for the 'AWS Management Console.'

2. “Sign into the console” via the link on the top right corner using your Admin/Privileged Root User Account and Password details.

Screenshot of the AWS Free Tier webpage, which promotes gaining free, hands-on experience with AWS products and services. The page features a prominent 'Create a Free Account' button in orange, encouraging users to sign up. The top navigation bar includes links to Products, Solutions, Pricing, Documentation, and more. An orange arrow points to the 'Sign In to the Console' button located in the upper right corner, which is highlighted, indicating the next step for users who want to access the AWS Management Console.

3. This is the AWS Management Console, where you are signed in as the buyer.

Screenshot of the AWS Management Console Home page. The dashboard is divided into several sections, including 'Recently visited,' which lists services like AWS Marketplace Subscriptions, Billing, EC2, and S3. The 'Welcome to AWS' section offers links to getting started resources, training, and new services. The 'AWS Health' section shows the status of open issues, scheduled changes, and other notifications. Below, there are panels for 'Cost and usage,' displaying current and month-to-date costs, and 'Build a solution,' which provides links to start building with various AWS services. The top navigation bar includes access to Services, Control Tower, and the user account menu.

4. To begin, you navigate to the “AWS Marketplace Console” via the search bar at the top.

5. This will allow you to see the “Private Offers” that are available to you, by clicking the link.

Screenshot of the AWS Marketplace 'Manage subscriptions' page within the AWS Management Console. The page displays a list of active subscriptions, including 'UAT FDA test product,' 'Restricted Access Product,' and 'FPGA Developer AMI.' On the left side, the sidebar menu is open, showing options like 'Manage subscriptions,' 'Private offers,' and 'Discover products.' An orange arrow points to the 'Private offers' option in the sidebar, indicating focus on that section. The top navigation bar is visible with access to services like Control Tower and EC2.

6. You can take a closer look at the private offer, by clicking the link highlighted in the example below

Screenshot of the 'Private offers' section in the AWS Marketplace within the AWS Management Console. The page lists available private offers with columns for Offer ID, Product, Seller of record, Publisher, Expiration date, and the date the offer was received. The first offer, titled 'SaaS CAE Contract FDA Test,' is highlighted with a checkbox selected next to the Offer ID. An orange arrow points to this selection, indicating the user's focus on this specific offer. The sidebar menu on the left shows options like 'Manage subscriptions' and 'Discover products.'

7. Once logged in, you should see the “Marketplace Private Offer” that have been published on your AWS account.

Screenshot of the AWS Marketplace page focused on the 'SaaS CAE Contract FDA Test' offer. The page displays the offer selection with detailed information, including the offer ID, seller, offer expiration date, and an option for early renewal. Below, there is a section to configure the software contract, including fields for service start and end dates, and a purchase order number. The right side of the page includes a 'Create contract' button, which is currently inactive. The top navigation bar provides access to various AWS services and resources.

8. Here, you can review the terms and pricing information for the offer.

Screenshot of the AWS Marketplace page displaying details for configuring a software contract. The 'Dates' section indicates a service start date of January 01, 2024, and an offer expiration date of December 01, 2023.

9. Once you are happy with the terms and pricing, you can “create a contract” to accept the offer for the product.

Screenshot of the AWS Marketplace page for configuring a software contract. The page shows the offer details for the 'SaaS CAE Contract FDA Test,' with an option for early renewal. The 'Configure your Software Contract' section lists the service start date as January 01, 2024, and the offer expiration date as December 01, 2023. An orange arrow points to the highlighted 'Create contract' button on the right side of the screen, indicating the action required to finalize the contract.

10. You must then select “Pay Now” or sometimes “Accept Offer” to proceed.

Screenshot of the AWS Marketplace page displaying a 'Confirm contract' dialog box. The dialog confirms the purchase of the 'SaaS CAE Contract FDA Test' with a cost of $0.00 due today. An orange arrow points to the 'Pay now' button, which is highlighted and ready for the user to click to complete the transaction.

11. You will see this screen when you have successfully accepted the offer, and your service will be scheduled to begin on the date specified at the start.

Option 3: Ask Secon for Assistance.

If you need assistance, please get in touch by emailing sales@seconcyber.com with the heading “AWS Marketplace Assistance”.​

Enhance Your Cyber Security Posture by Purchasing Through AWS Marketplace.

The AWS Marketplace offers significant benefits for businesses seeking efficient and effective solutions. With its extensive range of third-party software, data, and services, organisations can quickly find and implement the tools they need to enhance their operations. The ease of procurement, seamless integration with AWS infrastructure, and the ability to test and deploy software rapidly make AWS Marketplace an invaluable resource for companies of all sizes.

For those aiming to bolster their cyber security defences, via AWS marketplace, we are happy to assist you with this process. You can get in touch with our team by emailing sales@seconcyber.com with the heading “AWS Marketplace Assistance”.​