Superwerker
A free and open-source jumpstart for AWS.
Overview
Superwerker is a free, open-source solution, available as an AWS Quick Start, that automates the setup of a secure and efficient multi-account AWS Cloud environment. Built by AWS Advanced Partners, it configures a suite of foundational services, including AWS Control Tower, Security Hub, GuardDuty, and AWS Backup, allowing businesses to establish a well-architected foundation in hours instead of weeks without extensive consultancy.
✨ Key Features
- Based on AWS Control Tower for a secure multi-account setup
- Enables AWS Security Hub for continuous security monitoring
- Activates Amazon GuardDuty for threat detection
- Configures AWS Backup for automatic backups
- Sets up billing and budget alarms for cost management
- Implements preventive guardrails using Service Control Policies (SCPs)
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Free and open-source
- Automates the wiring between multiple foundational AWS services
- Prescriptive, opinionated setup for rapid deployment
Unique Value: Provides a completely free, open-source, and automated way to deploy a secure, multi-account AWS landing zone based on expert best practices in just a few clicks.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Rapidly establishing a secure AWS foundation for new businesses.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations with existing, complex AWS environments
- Companies that require extensive customization beyond the prescribed setup
🏆 Alternatives
More comprehensive than a manual setup and faster than configuring each service individually. It is less flexible than LZA but provides more out-of-the-box than a vanilla Control Tower setup.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Community support via GitHub and Slack. Commercial support available from partners. tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: The solution is free and open-source.
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