Strengthening AWS Security Posture: CIS Benchmark Assessment for a Client Tenant

Client Overview

A high-traffic E-commerce and Digital Retail platform serving a global customer base required a comprehensive security assessment of its AWS environment to improve visibility, ensure compliance with industry standards, and reduce overall risk exposure.

Business Challenge

Lack of visibility into AWS configuration and security compliance
Potential misconfigurations increasing exposure to cyber threats
Need to align with CIS AWS Foundations Benchmark, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR
Manual security checks that were time-consuming and error-prone

Our Approach

1

Framework Alignment

Mapped AWS configurations to CIS AWS Foundations Benchmark, ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, and PCI DSS while aligning security posture with NIST CSF, OWASP Top 10, and AWS Well-Architected Framework.

2

Automated Assessment

Conducted automated CIS Benchmark assessments across AWS accounts, identifying gaps in IAM, logging, monitoring, and encryption controls.

3

Remediation & Visibility

Delivered a prioritized remediation roadmap supported by continuous monitoring, automated compliance reporting, and real-time dashboards.

Key Outcomes

95% compliance achieved with CIS AWS Foundations Benchmark within 60 days
70% reduction in misconfiguration-related security risks
Real-time visibility through automated compliance dashboards
Improved audit readiness for ISO 27001 and SOC 2 certifications

“VaultSec’s AWS assessment gave us confidence in our cloud security posture. The automated approach saved weeks of manual effort and ensured compliance with global standards.” — Head of Cloud Security, E-commerce Client

Why This Matters

AWS environments are dynamic and complex. Regular CIS Benchmark assessments enable organizations to reduce security risks caused by misconfigurations, maintain compliance with global standards, and build customer trust through secure and resilient cloud operations.