Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about AWSight's AWS security monitoring for SMBs

How quick is setup? +

Connect your AWS stack to our scanner in under 5 minutes - no agents, no code, just an IAM role with read-only access. Get instant security insights with zero disruption to your existing infrastructure.

What exactly do daily scans catch? +

Over 500+ AWS security controls every day (depending on the AWS services you use), flagging misconfigurations, compliance gaps, exposed resources, and risky settings. These checks are based off of the AWS Foundational Security Best Practices framework. Think open S3 buckets, overprivileged users, missing encryption, and configuration drift - the issues that cause 80% of cloud breaches.

How much does this cost compared to other solutions? +

Starting at $249/month for 2 AWS accounts versus $2000-$10,000+ for enterprise tools like Prisma Cloud. You get the same comprehensive security monitoring at a fraction of the cost, with transparent pricing and no surprise fees.

Is this actually built for growing companies like ours? +

Absolutely. We designed AWSight specifically for teams that need enterprise-grade security without enterprise complexity. Simple dashboards turn technical risks into business insights - no AWS security expertise required.

How do I get started with the free 14-day assessment? +

Sign up, create a simple read-only access IAM user (with no console access) for our scanners, and get a comprehensive security report in 24 hours and custom app access for the next 14 days. No credit card, no commitment - just instant insights into your security posture.

What makes this different from AWS native security tools? +

AWS gives you the data, we give you insights. Instead of managing multiple AWS security services and deciphering complex reports, you get unified dashboards, executive summaries, and clear remediation guidance in one place. See our "Beyond AWS Native: What AWSight Delivers" slider for more highlights.

Can you handle multiple AWS accounts? +

Yes - unified monitoring across all your AWS accounts (dev, staging, production) in a single dashboard or multiple dashboards. See your complete security posture without switching between accounts or tools.

What happens to my data and can I export it? +

Your data stays in your AWS account - we only read it and create pass/fail logs for the dashboards. We never store sensitive information. Plus, you can opt-in to receive all reports and your logs in JSON/HTML format, so there's no vendor lock-in.

AWSight vs. AWS Native Security Services

Enterprise-grade coverage without enterprise complexity or cost

AWSight vs AWS Native Security Services Comparison FEATURE AWS NATIVE Security Hub + Config + GuardDuty AWSIGHT All-in-One Security Platform RECOMMENDED Monthly Cost Total spend on security tooling $2,000 – $10,000+ Per month depending on account size Starting at $249/mo Setup Time Time to first security insight Weeks Complex multi-service configuration Under 24 Hours Compliance Mapping SOC 2, NIST, CIS, PCI DSS, GDPR Manual Correlation Map findings to frameworks yourself Automatic Mapping Pre-mapped to 5 major frameworks Expertise Required Minimum skill level to operate Dedicated Security Engineer $120K–$180K+ annual salary No Security Expertise Needed Built for business owners & ops teams Daily Security Checks Automated control evaluations Varies Per-rule & per-finding pricing 500+ Checks Included at flat rate, no surprises Pricing Model Cost predictability Usage-Based Scales unpredictably with findings Flat Rate Transparent pricing, no surprise fees AWSight Cost Savings Summary SAVE UP TO 97% vs. AWS native tooling SETUP IN <24 hrs vs. weeks of configuration DAILY CHECKS 500+ included at flat rate

Beyond AWS Native: What AWSight Delivers

See how AWSight compares to AWS native security tools across key features