- A
Recreate the jobs as AWS Lambda functions and trigger them with Amazon CloudWatch Events.
AWS Lambda can run ETL jobs and be scheduled via CloudWatch Events, replacing SQL Server Agent.
- B
Install SQL Server Agent on an Amazon EC2 instance and connect to RDS.
Why wrong: SQL Server Agent cannot connect to RDS for SQL Server from an EC2 instance; RDS does not support SQL Server Agent.
- C
Use the AWS Schema Conversion Tool (AWS SCT) to convert the jobs to PostgreSQL functions.
Why wrong: AWS SCT is for schema conversion, not for job migration, and the target is SQL Server, not PostgreSQL.
- D
Use AWS Database Migration Service (AWS DMS) tasks to replicate the jobs.
Why wrong: AWS DMS does not migrate SQL Server Agent jobs; it only migrates data.
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DBS-C01 AWS Lambda Practice Question
This DBS-C01 practice question tests your understanding of deployment and migration. Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. A key principle to apply: aWS Lambda. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A company is migrating an on-premises Microsoft SQL Server database to Amazon RDS for SQL Server. The database uses SQL Server Agent jobs for ETL processes. After migration, the company needs to continue running these jobs. What is the MOST efficient way to manage these jobs in the AWS cloud?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
✓
Recreate the jobs as AWS Lambda functions and trigger them with Amazon CloudWatch Events.
AWS Lambda functions triggered by Amazon CloudWatch Events (now Amazon EventBridge) provide a serverless, fully managed alternative to SQL Server Agent jobs. This approach eliminates the need to manage any compute infrastructure, as Lambda handles the execution of ETL logic directly against the RDS for SQL Server instance. It is the most efficient because it requires no additional servers, reduces operational overhead, and integrates natively with AWS monitoring and scheduling services.
Key principle: AWS Lambda
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
Recreate the jobs as AWS Lambda functions and trigger them with Amazon CloudWatch Events.
Why this is correct
AWS Lambda can run ETL jobs and be scheduled via CloudWatch Events, replacing SQL Server Agent.
Related concept
AWS Lambda
- ✗
Install SQL Server Agent on an Amazon EC2 instance and connect to RDS.
Why it's wrong here
SQL Server Agent cannot connect to RDS for SQL Server from an EC2 instance; RDS does not support SQL Server Agent.
- ✗
Use the AWS Schema Conversion Tool (AWS SCT) to convert the jobs to PostgreSQL functions.
Why it's wrong here
AWS SCT is for schema conversion, not for job migration, and the target is SQL Server, not PostgreSQL.
- ✗
Use AWS Database Migration Service (AWS DMS) tasks to replicate the jobs.
Why it's wrong here
AWS DMS does not migrate SQL Server Agent jobs; it only migrates data.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
The trap is that while SQL Server Agent on EC2 can technically connect to RDS via linked server or ODBC, this approach requires managing an EC2 instance, adds latency, and increases operational overhead. The most efficient solution uses fully managed AWS services (EventBridge + Lambda) to avoid infrastructure management.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
SQL Server Agent jobs rely on the SQL Server Agent Windows service, which is not fully available in RDS for SQL Server (only limited job scheduling via the rds_scheduler feature is supported). By migrating ETL logic to Lambda, you gain the ability to use EventBridge rules for cron-based scheduling (rate or cron expressions) and can connect to RDS via the SQL Server Native Client or pyodbc, ensuring the same T-SQL commands are executed. This pattern also enables easy integration with other AWS services like S3 for staging data or SNS for notifications, which is more scalable than traditional Agent jobs.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- AWS Lambda
- Amazon EventBridge
- RDS for SQL Server
- Serverless Architecture
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
AWS Lambda
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
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Quick reference
Cloud Service Model Comparison
| Model | You Manage | Provider Manages | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| IaaS | OS, runtime, apps, data | Hardware, hypervisor, networking | EC2, Azure VMs, GCP Compute Engine |
| PaaS | Apps and data | OS, runtime, middleware, hardware | Elastic Beanstalk, Azure App Service |
| SaaS | Data and settings only | Everything else | Microsoft 365, Salesforce, Workday |
| FaaS / Serverless | Function code only | Infra, scaling, runtime | Lambda, Azure Functions, Cloud Run |
| CaaS | Containers and apps | Kubernetes, OS, hardware | EKS, AKS, GKE |
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Deployment and Migration — This question tests Deployment and Migration — AWS Lambda.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Recreate the jobs as AWS Lambda functions and trigger them with Amazon CloudWatch Events. — AWS Lambda functions triggered by Amazon CloudWatch Events (now Amazon EventBridge) provide a serverless, fully managed alternative to SQL Server Agent jobs. This approach eliminates the need to manage any compute infrastructure, as Lambda handles the execution of ETL logic directly against the RDS for SQL Server instance. It is the most efficient because it requires no additional servers, reduces operational overhead, and integrates natively with AWS monitoring and scheduling services.
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