Explore security analytics in the cloud through this 45-minute conference talk from BSides Tampa 2019. Delve into various types of modern threats, including common DDoS attack patterns and applications. Learn about secure design considerations for security professionals and discover AWS building blocks for baseline defense. Gain insights on setting up baseline defenses, specifically addressing DDoS attacks using AWS Shield. Examine recent significant attacks tracked by the AWS DDoS Response Team and understand the benefits of moving user interaction to an edge network. Investigate Web Application Firewall (WAF) capabilities and their importance in cloud security. Additionally, cover Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) compliance in the context of cloud security analytics.