AWS Managed Services · Los Angeles, CA
AWS Managed Services in Los Angeles. Secure, Right-Sized, and Actually Managed.
AWS setup, security, monitoring, backups, and cost optimization for small and mid-sized businesses, with no long-term contract and full ownership of your account.
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- EC2 · S3 · RDS · VPC
- Security
- IAM · MFA · CloudTrail
- Costs
- Right-sizing · Alerts
- Ownership
- Your account
- Projects
- $95 / hr
- Managed plans
- From $300 / mo
Quick answer
What are AWS managed services?
AWS managed services means an IT partner sets up, secures, monitors, and maintains your Amazon Web Services environment, including EC2 servers, S3 storage, RDS databases, networking, IAM, backups, and costs, so your business gets the benefits of AWS without needing an in-house cloud team.
Los Angeles IT provides AWS managed services for small and mid-sized businesses in Los Angeles from our Century City headquarters. AWS projects are $95 per hour, and ongoing monitoring and management are included in our managed IT plans starting at $300/month. You keep ownership of your AWS account.
What's Included
AWS Managed Services in Los Angeles
Practical AWS help for growing businesses: the core services set up securely and kept that way.
AWS Setup & Account Structure
New AWS accounts set up with secure root access, billing alerts, IAM users and roles, and a sensible region and VPC layout.
AWS setup →/ 02Amazon EC2 Management
EC2 instances built, sized, patched, and monitored, with security groups locked down and snapshots scheduled.
EC2 →/ 03Amazon S3 Storage
S3 buckets for files, backups, and websites, with public access blocked, versioning, and lifecycle rules to control cost.
S3 storage →/ 04Amazon RDS Databases
Managed MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server databases with automated backups, patching windows, and access controls.
RDS →/ 05VPC & Cloud Networking
VPCs, subnets, security groups, and site-to-site VPN connecting AWS to your office network.
Networking →/ 06IAM & Security
IAM roles, least-privilege policies, MFA on every user, CloudTrail logging, and security alerts.
Security →/ 07AWS Cost Optimization
Right-sizing instances, removing idle resources, storage tiering, and Savings Plans recommendations so your bill matches what you use.
Cost optimization →/ 08Backup & Disaster Recovery
AWS Backup, EBS snapshots, and cross-region copies, tested so you know the restore works.
Backup & DR →/ 09Website & App Hosting
WordPress sites and web apps hosted on EC2 or Lightsail with SSL, backups, and monitoring.
Web hosting →DIY vs. Managed
Running AWS Yourself vs. Managed AWS Services
AWS gives you the building blocks. Under the shared responsibility model, securing and maintaining what you build is up to you.
| Managed by Los Angeles IT | Do it yourself | |
|---|---|---|
| Security baseline | ✓ MFA, IAM roles, logging on day one | Root account and broad access keys |
| Patching | ✓ Scheduled for EC2 and databases | Whenever someone remembers |
| Monthly bill | ✓ Reviewed and right-sized | Idle resources keep billing |
| Backups | ✓ Automated and restore-tested | Snapshots, if any, never tested |
| Monitoring | ✓ Alerts reviewed by our team | Problems found by users |
| Account ownership | ✓ Yours, with documented access | Yours |
How It Works
How We Take Over or Build Your AWS Environment
Whether you're new to AWS or already running there, we start by understanding what you have.
STEP 01
Review
We review your account, services, security settings, and last few bills, or plan a new environment from your requirements.
STEP 02
Secure
We lock down the root account, set up IAM roles and MFA, enable CloudTrail, and close risky security group rules.
STEP 03
Optimize
We right-size instances, clean up unused resources, set storage lifecycle rules, and add billing alerts.
STEP 04
Manage
We monitor, patch, back up, and handle changes, with documentation you can always access.
Pricing
How Much Do AWS Managed Services Cost?
AWS bills you directly for the resources you use. Our management is separate: setup, migrations, and one-time projects are $95 per hour, quoted up front. Ongoing monitoring, patching, and support are included in our managed IT services, starting at $300 per month.
There's no long-term contract, and you keep full ownership of your AWS account and data. Many clients find that cost optimization offsets part of what they pay for management.
What affects the price
- Number of servers and services
- Complexity of networking and security
- Backup and DR requirements
- New build vs. taking over an existing account
- Project vs. ongoing management
AWS Managed Services
Get Help With AWS
Tell us what you run on AWS today, or what you want to build. We'll review it and send a plan and a quote. No contracts.
Already on AWS?
AWS Cost Optimization and Cleanup
If your AWS bill has crept up or the original developer has moved on, we can take over. We document what's running, identify idle or oversized resources, move infrequently used data to cheaper storage tiers, and recommend Savings Plans or reserved capacity where it makes sense.
We also set billing alerts so unexpected spend is caught in days, not at the end of the month.
Common savings
- Idle instances and unattached volumes
- Oversized EC2 and RDS instances
- Old snapshots and logs
- S3 storage tiers and lifecycle rules
- Savings Plans for steady workloads
Choosing a Cloud
AWS, Azure, or Keeping Servers Onsite?
AWS is a strong fit for web applications, websites, custom software, and storage-heavy workloads. If your business runs on Microsoft tools and Windows servers, Azure may integrate more smoothly with Microsoft 365. Some workloads still make more sense on a managed server in your office.
We support all three and will recommend the option that fits your applications, budget, and team, without pushing a platform.
AWS fits well for
- Websites and web applications
- Custom software and APIs
- File storage and archives
- Offsite backup targets
Local AWS Help
AWS Managed Services in Los Angeles
Los Angeles IT provides AWS cloud management for small businesses across Los Angeles and Southern California that don't need, or can't justify, a full-time cloud engineer. We connect AWS to the rest of your IT, including office networks, user accounts, and backups, so it's one supported system.
You get a named team, clear documentation, and help that doesn't require opening a ticket with a large provider.
Why work with us
- You own the account and data
- No long-term contract
- AWS plus your office IT in one place
- Clear documentation and access
Why Los Angeles IT
AWS Management for Growing Businesses
Secure
Configured the right way.
Security baselines, IAM roles, and logging applied from day one, not after something goes wrong.
Cost-aware
A bill you understand.
We review spend regularly and explain what you're paying for.
Certified
Experienced engineers.
Technicians with CompTIA Security+, Network+, and A+, plus Microsoft and Cisco certifications, who explain risk in plain English.
Industries
AWS Services for Every Industry
Media, ecommerce, healthcare, and professional services firms across Los Angeles run websites, applications, and storage on AWS that we manage.
Service Areas
AWS Support Across Southern California
AWS is managed remotely; onsite help for connected office systems comes from these locations:
Headquarters · Century City
1901 Avenue of the Stars #271Los Angeles, CA 90067
Santa Monica
2450 Colorado Ave #100eSanta Monica, CA 90404
West Covina
1050 Lakes Dr #226West Covina, CA 91790
Long Beach
111 W Ocean Blvd #417Long Beach, CA 90802
Century City
1800 Century Park E #669Century City, CA 90067
Downtown LA (Figueroa)
445 S Figueroa St Ste 3100Los Angeles, CA 90071
Pasadena
117 E Colorado Blvd #618Pasadena, CA 91105
San Pedro (6th St)
222 W 6th St #425San Pedro, CA 90731
Downtown LA (Spring St)
548 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90013
San Pedro (25th St)
1536 W 25th St #104San Pedro, CA 90732
We provide AWS managed services in Los Angeles, Century City, Downtown LA, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Culver City, El Segundo, Pasadena, Glendale, Burbank, the San Fernando Valley, Long Beach, Torrance, West Covina, and Santa Clarita, plus Orange County, the Inland Empire, and San Diego County. View all service areas →
Client Reviews
What LA Clients Say About Our Support
“The customer service from Los Angeles IT is on another level. Any time we’ve had an issue, their fast response time has kept our business from missing a beat. Bonus points for being budget-friendly too.”
“Rod and his team are my go-to IT solutions help. Available all the time, very professional, prompt and super capable for all challenges and IT needs we’ve had. Highly recommend!”
“I can’t say enough good things about the folks at Los Angeles IT. Their techs are personable and sharp, and they always follow up to make sure everything is working. Best part? Our IT costs have gone down while our systems run better than ever.”
“Such great service! He made the entire process feel seamless and stress-free, always ready to answer any questions with patience and clarity. It’s rare to find someone who combines technical expertise with such genuine customer care.”
“Los Angeles IT is an incredibly professional company. Rod and his team came in, updated our phone systems, and revamped our computer setups. Now, everything is organized and runs smoothly.”
“I must highlight the owner, Rod, who truly embodies the essence of an IT wizard. His deep understanding of technology and ability to troubleshoot any issue is remarkable.”
“Been working with Rod and his team for three years now. He’s responsive, helpful and very patient with me when I need help on minor things!”
“Rod is a godsend. He helped us set up our home office to be efficient and user-friendly. He was responsive, easy to work with and reasonably priced. Highly recommended.”
FAQ
AWS Managed Services: Frequently Asked Questions
What are AWS managed services?
AWS managed services means an IT partner sets up, secures, monitors, and maintains your Amazon Web Services environment, including servers, storage, databases, networking, access, backups, and costs.
How much do AWS managed services cost?
AWS projects are $95 per hour and quoted up front. Ongoing management is included in managed IT plans starting at $300 per month. AWS bills you separately for the resources you use.
Do we keep ownership of our AWS account?
Yes. The account and data stay in your name. We work through IAM roles with documented access, and you can remove our access at any time.
Is there a long-term contract?
No. Projects are billed hourly, and managed plans don't require a long-term commitment.
What is the AWS shared responsibility model?
AWS secures the underlying infrastructure, while the customer is responsible for what they run on it: operating systems, patches, access permissions, network rules, encryption, and data. We manage the customer side for you.
Can you reduce our AWS bill?
Often, yes. We look for idle or oversized resources, old snapshots, storage that can move to cheaper tiers, and steady workloads that would benefit from Savings Plans.
Can you take over an AWS account someone else set up?
Yes. We review and document what's running, fix security gaps, and take over management, which is common when a developer or previous provider moves on.
Which AWS services do you manage?
We commonly manage EC2, S3, RDS, VPC and site-to-site VPN, IAM, CloudTrail, AWS Backup, and Lightsail, which covers most small business workloads.
Can you host our website on AWS?
Yes. We host WordPress sites and web applications on EC2 or Lightsail with SSL, backups, and monitoring, and our web team can manage the site itself.
Should we use AWS or Azure?
AWS is a strong fit for web applications and storage-heavy workloads. Azure often fits businesses built around Microsoft 365 and Windows servers. We support both and can help you decide.
Can you migrate our servers to AWS?
Yes. We assess which servers and applications are good candidates, plan the move, migrate them to EC2 or managed services like RDS, and test before cutting over. Some workloads are better left onsite, and we'll tell you which.
Which areas do you serve?
AWS is managed remotely for businesses across Southern California, with onsite help for connected office systems in Los Angeles County, Orange County, the Inland Empire, and San Diego County.
Need Help With AWS?
Call a Los Angeles IT engineer to review your AWS environment.