AWS Step Functions
AWS Step Functions is a serverless workflow orchestration service. Coordinate multiple AWS services into resilient, visual workflows for applications and data pipelines.
What is Step Functions? (Simple Explanation)
Step Functions is an AWS service in the Integration category. AWS Step Functions is a serverless workflow orchestration service.
When Would You Use This?
- Microservice orchestration
- Data processing pipelines
- IT automation runbooks
- Order fulfillment workflows
- Security incident response
Who Uses Step Functions?
From startups to enterprises, Step Functions powers:
What Makes Step Functions Powerful
Services That Work with Step Functions
Step Functions is rarely used alone. It's typically combined with:
Compliance & Security
How AWS Step Functions fits into major compliance standards:
Step Functions configuration is audited by CIS Benchmarks 1.5–3.0 for secure cloud defaults.
Step Functions access controls, encryption, and audit logging map to NIST 800-53 AC, SC, and AU control families.
Step Functions encryption, access control, and logging support PCI DSS for cardholder data environments.
Step Functions security, availability, and confidentiality controls evaluated under SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria.
Step Functions configuration and monitoring controls map to ISO 27001 Annex A information security management.
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