AWS Storage Gateway
AWS Storage Gateway provides hybrid cloud storage integration. Bridge on-premises environments with AWS storage services.
What is Storage Gateway? (Simple Explanation)
Storage Gateway is an AWS service in the Storage category. AWS Storage Gateway provides hybrid cloud storage integration.
When Would You Use This?
- Hybrid cloud backup and DR
- On-premises file shares backed by S3
- Tape replacement with Virtual Tape Library
- Low-latency cached access to S3 data
Who Uses Storage Gateway?
From startups to enterprises, Storage Gateway powers:
What Makes Storage Gateway Powerful
Services That Work with Storage Gateway
Storage Gateway is rarely used alone. It's typically combined with:
Compliance & Security
How AWS Storage Gateway fits into major compliance standards:
Storage Gateway configuration is audited by CIS Benchmarks 1.5–3.0 for secure cloud defaults.
Storage Gateway access controls, encryption, and audit logging map to NIST 800-53 AC, SC, and AU control families.
Storage Gateway encryption, access control, and logging support PCI DSS for cardholder data environments.
Storage Gateway security, availability, and confidentiality controls evaluated under SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria.
Storage Gateway configuration and monitoring controls map to ISO 27001 Annex A information security management.
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