Identity and Access Management
Implement least-privilege access, enforce MFA for all users, use role-based access control (RBAC), and regularly audit permissions. Enable single sign-on (SSO) for centralized access management.
Network Security
Configure virtual private clouds (VPCs) with proper segmentation, implement security groups and network ACLs, enable flow logs for visibility, and use private endpoints for sensitive services.
Data Protection
Enable encryption at rest and in transit, implement key management using cloud KMS services, classify data sensitivity levels, and configure data loss prevention (DLP) policies.
Monitoring and Detection
Enable cloud-native security services (AWS GuardDuty, Azure Defender, GCP Security Command Center), centralize logs in SIEM, implement threat detection rules, and establish incident response procedures.
Compliance and Governance
Map controls to compliance requirements, enable compliance dashboards, implement automated compliance checks, and maintain audit trails for all administrative actions.