CIS Benchmark Assessments
Genesis Solutions delivers 100% manual-plus-automated CIS Benchmark assessments for M365, Azure, AWS, Google Workspace, and Windows Server — with prioritized remediation roadmaps and white-label options for MSPs.
What Is a CIS Benchmark Assessment?
A CIS Benchmark assessment is a systematic evaluation of your IT systems against the Center for Internet Security (CIS) configuration standards. These benchmarks are consensus-based security guides developed by a global community of cybersecurity professionals. The assessment measures how closely your environment aligns with their recommended security settings and identifies exactly where the gaps are.
Platforms We Assess
- Microsoft 365 — Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Entra ID security settings
- Microsoft Azure — Identity, networking, logging, storage, database configurations
- Amazon Web Services — IAM, logging, monitoring, networking, S3, RDS
- Google Workspace — Admin settings, Gmail, Drive, authentication policies
Each benchmark is organized into numbered controls with specific configuration recommendations, rationale, and audit procedures.
What We Evaluate
The assessment covers CIS Implementation Groups (IGs) based on your organizational complexity and risk:
- IG1 (Essential Cyber Hygiene) — 56 foundational safeguards every organization should implement: MFA, access controls, audit logging
- IG2 (Moderate Risk) — Additional controls for organizations managing sensitive data or operating in regulated industries
- IG3 (High Risk) — The full benchmark for organizations facing sophisticated threats or handling highly sensitive data
What You Receive
- Detailed findings report mapping current configurations against every applicable CIS control
- Pass/Fail/Not Applicable classification for each control
- Prioritized remediation roadmap starting with highest-impact items
- Executive summary suitable for leadership and audit committee reporting
- Optional remediation support to implement the recommended changes
Timeline
A typical CIS Benchmark assessment for a single platform takes 1-2 weeks from kickoff to final report, depending on environment complexity.
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How It Works
- 1Scoping CallWe identify the platforms, environments, and CIS Implementation Groups to assess based on your risk profile.
- 2Evidence CollectionWe gather configuration data through manual review and automated scanning — no agents installed on your systems.
- 3Control-by-Control AssessmentEvery applicable CIS control is evaluated and classified as Pass, Fail, or Not Applicable with supporting evidence.
- 4Report & Remediation RoadmapYou receive a detailed report with prioritized remediation steps, executive summary, and optional hands-on remediation support.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a CIS Benchmark assessment?
- A CIS Benchmark assessment is a systematic evaluation of your IT systems against the Center for Internet Security (CIS) configuration standards — consensus-based security guides developed by a global community of cybersecurity professionals.
- Which platforms does Genesis assess?
- We assess Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google Workspace, and Windows Server environments against the applicable CIS Benchmarks.
- How long does a CIS assessment take?
- A typical CIS Benchmark assessment for a single platform takes 1-2 weeks from kickoff to final report, depending on environment complexity.
- What do I receive after the assessment?
- You receive a detailed findings report, pass/fail classifications for each control, a prioritized remediation roadmap, an executive summary, and optional remediation support.
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Schedule a call to discuss your cis benchmark assessments needs. Transparent pricing, no surprises.