Compliance and governance in Amazon EC2 environments
Navigating the intricacies of compliance and governance within the Amazon EC2 environment is pivotal to ensuring the security and integrity of your EC2 infrastructure. In this section, we will explore and understand the complex landscape of compliance requirements to implement robust security controls and policies. We will also look at the critical aspects of aligning EC2 deployments with regulatory standards and best practices.
Understanding compliance requirements and frameworks
AWS prides itself on its adherence to a wide array of various compliance standards. The AWS platform commitment to compliance is documented in detail under Service Organization Control (SOC) reports; the rigorous standards AWS meets include the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), ISO/IEC 27001 and more. These frameworks are not merely about legal compliance but also serve as a...