My company uses AWS GuardDuty to develop the software and provide services to clients. I use the solution to monitor the service on the AWS workload or AWS instance and monitor threats or vulnerabilities.
IT Controller at a outsourcing company with 11-50 employees
An easy-to-use and easy-to-configure solution that helps monitor threats or vulnerabilities
Pros and Cons
- "The solution will detect abnormalities in the AWS workload and alert us so that we can monitor and take action."
- "I work in a bank, and it would be good if AWS GuardDuty could be integrated with other monitoring and detection tools we use."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
AWS GuardDuty is easy to use and configure. I use AWS GuardDuty to check whether we are under attack or not. The solution will detect abnormalities in the AWS workload and alert us so that we can monitor and take action.
What needs improvement?
I work in a bank, and it would be good if AWS GuardDuty could be integrated with other monitoring and detection tools we use. The operation team can use a single desktop to monitor.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using AWS GuardDuty for less than one month.
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What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
In my department, around seven to eight users are using AWS GuardDuty.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I previously used Google Cloud for three to four years. AWS GuardDuty has more features and can be customized more than Google Cloud.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I have heard that the solution's price is quite high. Sometimes, they need to fine-tune the service on AWS. For example, Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3) is used for static content because it is cheaper.
What other advice do I have?
Overall, I rate AWS GuardDuty an eight out of ten.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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