Aws Secrets Rotation
Aws Secrets Rotation is an code AI skill with a core value of Automate AWS secrets rotation for RDS, API keys, and credentials. It
helps developers solve real-world problems in the code domain, boosting
efficiency, automating repetitive tasks, and optimizing workflows.
Automate AWS secrets rotation for RDS, API keys, and credentials
Quick Facts
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Skill Content
# AWS Secrets Rotation
Automate rotation of secrets, credentials, and API keys using AWS Secrets Manager and Lambda.
When to Use
Use this skill when you need to implement automated secrets rotation, manage credentials securely, or comply with security policies requiring regular key rotation.
Supported Secret Types
**AWS Services**
- RDS database credentials
- DocumentDB credentials
- Redshift credentials
- ElastiCache credentials
**Third-Party Services**
- API keys
- OAuth tokens
- SSH keys
- Custom credentials
Secrets Manager Setup
Create a Secret
# Create RDS secret
aws secretsmanager create-secret \
--name prod/db/mysql \
--description "Production MySQL credentials" \
--secret-string '{
"username": "admin",
"password": "CHANGE_ME",
"engine": "mysql",
"host": "mydb.cluster-abc.us-east-1.rds.amazonaws.com",
"port": 3306,
"dbname": "myapp"
}'
# Create API key secret
aws secretsmanager create-secret \
--name prod/api/stripe \
--secret-string '{
"api_key": "sk_live_xxxxx",
"webhook_secret": "whsec_xxxxx"
}'
# Create secret from file
aws secretsmanager create-secret \
--name prod/ssh/private-key \
--secret-binary fileb://~/.ssh/id_rsaRetrieve Secrets
# Get secret value
aws secretsmanager get-secret-value \
--secret-id prod/db/mysql \
--query 'SecretString' --output text
# Get specific field
aws secretsmanager get-secret-value \
--secret-id prod/db/mysql \
--query 'SecretString' --output text | \
jq -r '.password'
# Get binary secret
aws secretsmanager get-secret-value \
--secret-id prod/ssh/private-key \
--query 'SecretBinary' --output text | \
base64 -d > private-key.pemAutomatic Rotation Setup
Enable RDS Rotation
# Enable automatic rotation (30 days)
aws secretsmanager rotate-secret \
--secret-id prod/db/mysql \
--rotation-lambda-arn arn:aws:lambda:us-east-1:123456789012:function:SecretsManagerRDSMySQLRotation \
--rotation-rules AutomaticallyAfterDays=30
# Rotate immediately
aws secretsmanager rotate-secret \
--secret-id prod/db/mysql
# Check rotation status
aws secretsmanager describe-secret \
--secret-id prod/db/mysql \
--query 'RotationEnabled'Lambda Rotation Function
# lambda_rotation.py
import boto3
import json
import os
secrets_client = boto3.client('secretsmanager')
rds_client = boto3.client('rds')
def lambda_handler(event, context):
"""Rotate RDS MySQL password"""
secret_arn = event['SecretId']
token = event['ClientRequestToken']
step = event['Step']
# Get current secret
current = secrets_client.get_secret_value(SecretId=secret_arn)
secret = json.loads(current['SecretString'])
if step == "createSecret":
# Generate new password
new_password = generate_password()
secret['password'] = new_password
# Store as pending
secrets_client.put_secret_value(
SecretId=secret_arn,
ClientRequestToken=token,
SecretString=json.dumps(secret),
VersionStages=['AWSPENDING']
)
elif step == "setSecret":
# Update RDS password
rds_client.modify_db_instance(
DBInstanceIdentifier=secret['dbInstanceIdentifier'],
MasterUserPassword=secret['password'],
ApplyImmediately=True
)
elif step == "testSecret":
# Test new credentials
import pymysql
conn = pymysql.connect(
host=secret['host'],
user=secret['username'],
password=secret['password'],
database=secret['dbname']
)
conn.close()
elif step == "finishSecret":
# Mark as current
secrets_client.update_secret_version_stage(
SecretId=secret_arn,
VersionStage='AWSCURRENT',
MoveToVersionId=token,
RemoveFromVersionId=current['VersionId']
)
🎯 Best For
- Claude users
- Software engineers
- Development teams
- Tech leads
💡 Use Cases
- Code quality improvement
- Best practice enforcement
📖 How to Use This Skill
- 1
Install the Skill
Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The SKILL.md file downloads to your local skills directory.
- 2
Load into Your AI Assistant
Open Claude and reference the skill. Paste the SKILL.md content or use the system prompt tab.
- 3
Apply Aws Secrets Rotation to Your Work
Open your project in the AI assistant and ask it to apply the skill. Start with a small module to verify the output quality.
- 4
Review and Refine
Review AI suggestions before committing. Run tests, check for regressions, and iterate on the skill output.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aws Secrets Rotation compatible with Cursor and VS Code?
Yes — this skill works with any AI coding assistant including Cursor, VS Code with Copilot, and JetBrains IDEs.
Do I need specific dependencies for Aws Secrets Rotation?
Check the install command and Works With section. Most code skills only require the AI assistant and your codebase.
How do I install Aws Secrets Rotation?
Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The skill downloads to ./skills/aws-secrets-rotation/SKILL.md, ready to use.
Can I customize this skill for my team?
Absolutely. Edit the SKILL.md file to add team-specific instructions, examples, or workflows.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
Skipping validation
Always test AI-generated code changes, even for simple refactors.
Missing dependency updates
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