Let’s Talk Cloud Security: How GAMA-1 Leverages AWS Cloud Security Tools to Protect Federal Missions

Greenbelt, MD – May 2025

As an AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner, GAMA-1 Technologies understands that cloud security is a shared responsibility and a strategic imperative—especially when supporting the vital missions of federal agencies such as NOAA and NASA. With the increasing complexity of cyber threats, our approach to cloud security must not only comply with federal mandates but also anticipate emerging vulnerabilities. 

That’s why we align our cloud security practices with guidance from AWS’s Cloud Security Tools Guide—a comprehensive resource that helps organizations choose and implement cloud-native tools and partner solutions to automate, monitor, and strengthen security postures in the AWS Cloud. 

Putting the AWS Cloud Security Tools Guide into Action 

 AWS outlines five key security domains—Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Data Protection, Threat Detection and Monitoring, and Compliance. At GAMA-1, we use these domains as the foundation of a defense-in-depth approach across our federal customer environments. Here’s how we apply this framework in real-world settings: 

1. Network Security: Zero Trust by Design We implement Zero Trust principles using AWS-native tools like AWS Network Firewall, Amazon VPC Security Groups, and Route 53 Resolver DNS Firewall. These capabilities allow us to tightly control and inspect traffic flows—especially important when supporting multi-tenant environments such as NOAA’s Common Cloud Framework (NCCF). 
2.  Identity and Access Management: Least Privilege Enforcement By leveraging AWS IAM Access Analyzer, IAM Identity Center, and Secrets Manager, we enforce least privilege access and robust credential management. For federal clients with complex identity requirements, this helps ensure we maintain strict access boundaries and meet OMB Zero Trust mandates. 
3. Data Protection: Encryption Everywhere Whether supporting scientific datasets or mission-critical operational data, we prioritize encryption in transit and at rest. Using AWS Key Management Service (KMS), CloudHSM, and Amazon Macie, we secure sensitive information while maintaining full control over encryption keys and compliance reporting. 
4. Threat Detection and Monitoring: Continuous Vigilance We deploy Amazon GuardDuty, AWS CloudTrail, Security Hub, and AWS Config across all environments to enable real-time threat detection, auditing, and compliance enforcement. These tools allow our teams and our customers to proactively respond to anomalies and reduce dwell times. 
5. Compliance: Built-in from Day One Our commitment to frameworks like CMMC, FedRAMP, FISMA, NIST Zero Trust Architecture, and NIST 800-53 is bolstered by AWS services like AWS Artifact and Audit Manager. These capabilities streamline documentation, evidence collection, and audit readiness—ensuring our cloud solutions are secure and mission-compliant from the ground up. 

 Supporting Federal Agencies with Confidence 

 From helping NOAA migrate legacy archives to the cloud, to enabling real-time analytics for climate data, GAMA-1 Technologies ensures every cloud-based solution is secure, scalable, and aligned with our federal partners’ missions. With AWS’s security tools and GAMA-1’s cloud engineering expertise, we deliver solutions that are built with confidence, operated with integrity, and designed to evolve. 

As cloud adoption accelerates across government, we remain committed to proactive security leadership, leveraging AWS best practices to build resilient and trusted environments that support our nation’s most critical work. 

 Let’s Talk Security 

 If your agency is seeking a trusted AWS partner to modernize securely and confidently in the cloud, contact GAMA-1 Technologies to learn how we can help your mission move forward—securely. 

 Blog by: GAMA-1 Center of Excellence Cybersecurity Team: David Adekunle, Cloud Security SME, Deji Bright, ISSO, and William Ton, Cloud Security Lead. 

For more information about GAMA-1’s services please visit www.gama1tech.com or contact our team at [email protected] for more information. 

About GAMA-1 Technologies, LLC

Modernizing Government. Maximizing Impact.

GAMA-1 Technologies is a mission-driven, Small Disadvantaged Business empowering federal agencies to deliver smarter services through secure cloud modernization, AI-driven automation, and adaptive cybersecurity and compliance. We specialize in enabling decision support mission critical data to benefit humanity—leveraging innovation to streamline government and accelerate outcomes that matter.

With deep roots in environmental observation infrastructure and data modernization, we help agencies like NOAA, NASA, and others transform legacy systems, unify mission data, and embrace digital-first operations. Our solutions are engineered for public good—driving efficiency, reducing costs, and amplifying mission success.

Powering Federal Efficiency Through Innovation, GAMA-1 delivers:

• AI-Driven Analytics & Automation – Eliminating duplication of efforts and optimizing workflows.
• Cloud & Infrastructure Modernization – Migrating to scalable, secure, and mission-ready environments.
• Enterprise Data Management & Governance – Breaking down silos for smarter decision-making.
• Adaptive Cybersecurity & Compliance – Safeguarding critical systems, protecting data integrity, while meeting evolving federal mandates.
• Digital Transformation & Mission Enablement – Accelerating delivery with DevSecOps, low-code, and re-engineering.

As an AWS Advanced Tier Partner, MS Partner, Scaled Agile Silver Partner, and Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador—with ISO 9001, 20000, 27001 certifications—we align technical precision with mission impact.

Contact:
Stan Coachman, Contracts Manager – 301-982-4262, [email protected]