Cyber threats lurk around every corner, so there is no room for complacency. Whether you are just getting into the world of cloud services, or you’ve been deep in the cloud game for some time, choosing the right platform makes all the difference. When it comes to security, Microsoft Azure security bests AWS security. Here’s how:
Let’s start with something simple: Azure does not just add security as an afterthought. It is part of the whole experience. From the moment you start using Azure cloud services, security is embedded. No need to spend hours configuring things manually or trying to fit pieces together. Everything works together out of the box. Think of it as building your house with pre-installed locks and alarms-a lot easier than installing them after the fact.
Zero-trust is Azure’s model. This makes every request, whether internal or external, scrutinized. It’s like you have a bouncer standing at every door of your cloud environment. Unlike AWS which sometimes relies on manual configuration for complex setups, the integrated security features of Azure save you all that pain.
When you choose Microsoft Azure, you get built-in security best practices right out of the box. Tools such as Azure Security Center, continuously monitor your environment; recommend security actions best suited to your needs. It’s just like having a security consultant who never takes a day off. Plus, Azure has built-in Advanced Threat Protection (ATP), which automatically detects suspicious activity and lets you know if something’s off. No need to cross your fingers and hope for the best — Azure’s got your back.
While AWS also has security tools, they often require more effort to integrate and maintain. Azure is all about convenience for teams who do not want to waste time on manual updates and configurations.
You are probably already using Microsoft tools such as Office 365, Teams, and Dynamics 365—so why not use the platform that is built to work with them? Azure delivers integration with these tools better than AWS can. Using unified identity management across all your applications and devices through Azure Active Directory makes life easier and, most importantly, more secure.
Another point of integration is that Microsoft Defender has smooth integration with Azure, and you will get a single pane of glass to view and manage your security across all of your Microsoft-based services. If your business is already in the Microsoft ecosystem, this is a huge win. AWS doesn’t have this kind of integration with non-AWS services, so you may be juggling multiple security solutions and adding complexity and potential gaps in protection.
Security does not just have to do with technology, but it’s also about being compliant with regulations. And Azure excels there too. Azure has more than 90 compliance certifications for critical industries such as health care, finance, and the government. Whether you require being compliant with GDPR guidelines or with the ISO standards, it is all set to be provided by Azure.
AWS also has its own certifications, but Microsoft Azure security documentation spells out in clear terms what those certifications apply to every area of your business, making auditing easy and keeping you in within the law.
You are growing-that’s a given. And so, when your business grows, so should your security. Azure makes it easy with features like Azure Virtual Network (VNet), which allows you to scale your workloads securely. And if you need even greater control over who accesses what, role-based access control is also integrated into Azure, providing you with fine-grained permissions control. Whether you are a small startup or a large enterprise, Azure scales with your business needs without compromising on security.
While AWS offers some good scalability, managing security at this scale is a real pain especially if the organization is not highly AWS tool orientated. In the case of Azure, this is much more intuitive and therefore much easier to manage security as you scale.
As more devices connect to the Internet, securing IoT (Internet of Things) devices and edge applications is more critical than ever. Azure IoT Hub and Azure Sphere are tailor-made for securing IoT devices at scale, providing end-to-end protection from devices to the cloud. Whether you’re managing smart devices or sensitive industrial data, Azure secures it all — seamlessly.
AWS has its security tools for IoT as well but Azure’s capacity to secure the edge and cloud is something that makes it an obvious choice for businesses wanting to secure every layer of its infrastructure.
With Azure Security Center, you do not have to stitch together a patchwork of security tools. You get centralized security monitoring with real-time visibility, so you quickly find issues and respond. Whether it’s automated alerts or security recommendations, you’re always in control.
AWS offers AWS Security Hub. It doesn’t have such seamless integration with other services as Azure does. With Azure security is baked into a central platform, making it easier to manage everything in one place.
When comparing Microsoft Azure security against AWS security, it’s evident who holds the mantle. With Zero trust architecture and its seamless ability to integrate with Microsoft products and services, Azure arms you with the tools you need to protect your cloud environments effectively.
So, if you are looking to protect your cloud from evolving threats, Microsoft Azure cloud managed services from a trusted Azure expert managed service provider like Intwo can help you keep your cloud environment secure, compliant, and always protected.
Why wait for a breach to happen—take action now! Reach out to Intwo’s Azure experts to safeguard your cloud comprehensively.
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