AWS Backup
AWS Backup is a fully managed backup service that centralizes and automates data protection across AWS services. Define backup policies and monitor compliance.
What is Backup? (Simple Explanation)
Backup is an AWS service in the Storage category. AWS Backup is a fully managed backup service that centralizes and automates data protection across AWS services.
When Would You Use This?
- Centralized backup policy management
- Cross-region backup copies for DR
- Compliance backup retention enforcement
- Ransomware protection with immutable backups
- Multi-account backup governance
Who Uses Backup?
From startups to enterprises, Backup powers:
What Makes Backup Powerful
Services That Work with Backup
Backup is rarely used alone. It's typically combined with:
Compliance & Security
How AWS Backup fits into major compliance standards:
Backup configuration is audited by CIS Benchmarks 1.5–3.0 for secure cloud defaults.
Backup access controls, encryption, and audit logging map to NIST 800-53 AC, SC, and AU control families.
Backup encryption, access control, and logging support PCI DSS for cardholder data environments.
Backup security, availability, and confidentiality controls evaluated under SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria.
Backup configuration and monitoring controls map to ISO 27001 Annex A information security management.
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Pavora continuously monitors your AWS Backup for misconfigurations, compliance violations, and security risks.