Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Require MFA for all privileged accounts and administrative access

Implement Least Privilege Access

Grant minimum required permissions and regularly review access rights

Rotate Access Keys Regularly

Implement automatic rotation of API keys and service account credentials

Remove Unused Accounts

Regularly audit and deactivate dormant user accounts and service accounts

Implement Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

Use predefined roles instead of individual permissions assignment

Configure VPC/Virtual Network Properly

Set up proper network segmentation with private and public subnets

Implement Network Access Control Lists (NACLs)

Configure subnet-level firewall rules to control traffic flow

Use Security Groups/Network Security Groups

Configure instance-level firewalls with specific port and protocol rules

Enable DDoS Protection

Activate cloud provider DDoS protection services

Implement Web Application Firewall (WAF)

Deploy WAF to protect web applications from common attacks

Enable Encryption at Rest

Encrypt all stored data using strong encryption algorithms

Enable Encryption in Transit

Use TLS/SSL for all data transmission between services

Implement Data Classification

Classify data based on sensitivity and apply appropriate protections

Configure Backup and Recovery

Set up automated backups with tested recovery procedures

Implement Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Deploy DLP tools to prevent unauthorized data exfiltration

Enable Cloud Audit Logging

Activate comprehensive logging for all API calls and resource changes

Set Up Security Monitoring

Implement SIEM or security monitoring tools for threat detection

Configure Alerting and Notifications

Set up real-time alerts for security events and anomalies

Implement Log Retention Policies

Define and enforce appropriate log retention periods

Monitor Privileged Account Activities

Track and log all administrative and privileged user actions

Conduct Regular Security Assessments

Perform quarterly security assessments and vulnerability scans

Implement Change Management Process

Establish formal procedures for infrastructure and application changes

Create Security Policies and Procedures

Document comprehensive security policies and operational procedures

Conduct Security Training

Provide regular security awareness training for all employees

Perform Penetration Testing

Conduct annual penetration testing by qualified third parties

Scan Container Images for Vulnerabilities

Implement automated container image scanning in CI/CD pipeline

Use Non-Root Containers

Configure containers to run as non-root users

Implement Pod Security Standards

Apply Kubernetes Pod Security Standards or admission controllers

Configure Network Policies

Implement Kubernetes network policies for pod-to-pod communication

Enable Runtime Security Monitoring

Deploy runtime security tools like Falco or Tetragon