Cloud Security Reviews: Best Practices for AWS, GCP & Azure

At Redbot Security, our senior-level cloud security experts specialize in manual-controlled assessments, ensuring a deep dive into your cloud security posture with proof-of-concept reporting and actionable recommendations.

Securing Your Cloud Environment: Why It Matters

With businesses increasingly migrating to cloud platforms like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and Microsoft Azure, ensuring robust cloud security is critical. A Cloud Security Review (CSR) is essential for identifying vulnerabilities, strengthening access controls, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

While penetration testing is often associated with cybersecurity assessments, a Cloud Security Review is not a traditional pentest. Instead, it provides a comprehensive security analysis of your cloud infrastructure, helping organizations proactively address risks before they are exploited by cybercriminals.

Cloud Security Review vs. Cloud Penetration Testing

Understanding the differences between a Cloud Security Review (CSR) and Cloud Penetration Testing is key to determining the right approach for your security strategy.

Best Practices for Cloud Security Across AWS, GCP, and Azure

Each cloud provider offers unique security tools and configurations, but the foundational best practices for cloud security remain consistent across AWS, GCP, and Azure:

Secure Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Implement least privilege access to minimize exposure.
Use multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all privileged accounts.
Regularly audit IAM roles, permissions, and API access.

Network Security and Segmentation

Restrict inbound and outbound traffic with security groups, firewalls, and network access controls.
Implement private subnets for critical workloads.
Utilize AWS VPCs, Azure VNets, and GCP VPC networks for logical isolation.

Data Encryption and Protection

Enable encryption at rest and in transit using AWS KMS, Azure Key Vault, and GCP Cloud KMS.
Enforce strong key management policies.
Utilize data loss prevention (DLP) tools to prevent sensitive data leaks.

Continuous Monitoring and Logging

Enable AWS CloudTrail, Azure Monitor, and GCP Cloud Logging for visibility into cloud activities.
Configure real-time alerts for unauthorized access attempts.
Use SIEM tools for centralized security event monitoring.

Compliance and Risk Management

Regularly assess cloud security posture with automated compliance frameworks.
Implement security baselines aligned with NIST, CIS, and ISO 27001 standards.
Conduct periodic Cloud Security Reviews to stay ahead of evolving threats.

Cloud Security Review (CSR)
Cloud Penetration Testing

Aspect	Cloud Security Review (CSR)	Cloud Penetration Testing
Aspect	Aspect	/year	$3999 /year
Purpose	Identify misconfigurations, weak access controls, and compliance gaps	Simulate real-world cyberattacks to exploit vulnerabilities
Approach	Manual & automated analysis of cloud environments	Ethical hacking techniques to test defenses
Scope	Configuration review, IAM policies, network security, logging, encryption	Exploiting security gaps, lateral movement, privilege escalation
Compliance	Ensures adherence to frameworks like SOC 2, HIPAA, NIST, ISO 27001	Tests security resilience but does not ensure compliance
Approval Needed?	No prior approval required from cloud providers	Some cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) require pre-authorization for penetration testing
	Buy Now	Buy Now

How Redbot Security Ensures Cloud Security Excellence

Redbot Security’s senior-level cloud security team brings years of expertise in AWS, GCP, and Azure security. Our approach is rooted in manual-controlled testing and deep-dive security analysis, ensuring that we uncover hidden vulnerabilities that automated tools often miss.

Our Cloud Security Review Process

Attack Surface Mapping. Identify internal and external entry points.
IAM & Access Control Review. Assess permissions, roles, and authentication policies.
Cloud Configuration Analysis. Evaluate network segmentation, storage security, and encryption settings.
Threat Modeling & Risk Assessment. Simulate real-world attack scenarios.
Detailed Reporting & Actionable Insights.Provide a step-by-step roadmap to strengthen cloud security.

By leveraging our hands-on approach and industry expertise, Redbot Security ensures your cloud environment is not only secure but also resilient against advanced cyber threats.

Get Started with a Cloud Security Review Today

Whether you operate on AWS, GCP, or Azure, cloud misconfigurations remain one of the leading causes of data breaches. A Cloud Security Review is a proactive step toward securing your infrastructure, preventing costly breaches, and maintaining compliance with industry regulations.

Partner with Redbot Security today and gain peace of mind knowing your cloud environment is in the hands of experienced cybersecurity professionals.

📞 Contact us now to schedule your Cloud Security Review and fortify your cloud defenses!