Client:
A mid-sized Software as a Service (SaaS) company with 180 employees and 200 endpoints running their infrastructure on a cloud platform (AWS), offering business management tools to clients globally.
Challenge:
The company was scaling rapidly but faced security issues related to cloud misconfigurations, including open cloud security groups, weak access control, and the absence of logging mechanisms. They had concerns over unauthorized access to sensitive client data and needed to align with ISO 27001 security best practices.
Solution:
- Performed a comprehensive cloud vulnerability assessmentto identify misconfigurations in IAM policies, open ports, and access permissions.
- Implemented cloud security hardeningby closing unused ports, restricting access to critical services, and setting up role-based access controls for employees.
- Enabled detailed logging and monitoring with CloudTrailto track all user activities and system changes in real-time, aligned with ISO 27001 security best practices.
- Deployed Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)across all privileged accounts to prevent unauthorized access.
Outcome:
The company significantly improved its cloud security posture, aligning with ISO 27001 requirements within three months. Unauthorized access risks were reduced by 90%, and the company implemented real-time monitoring, allowing for rapid detection of any security anomalies. This enhanced their ability to scale securely while meeting client expectations for data protection.
