Executive Summary

StarSphere is revolutionizing the digital landscape in Iraq by providing unparalleled access to fiber optic internet, high-speed broadband, and IPTV services. Their commitment extends beyond mere connectivity; they are pioneers in IT project management, operation, and maintenance services across the nation. Serving a diverse clientele, from individuals to large corporations, Feed App is dedicated to bridging the digital divide in Iraq. At the core of their operations, StarSphere is driven by a relentless pursuit of technological advancement and innovation. They consistently integrate the latest technologies in their services, ensuring that their offerings are not only current but also forward-thinking. This approach has established them as market leaders, especially in terms of fiber technology and IT services, which are increasingly in demand by both businesses and households. The Starsphere client required a structured approach to managing their AWS environment, particularly for dividing accounts, projects, and access while maintaining governance and security.

Why Amazon Web Services?

StarSphere found AWS to be the ideal solution owing to its extensive range of services capable of meeting their requirements for scalability, availability, security, and reliability. Prior positive experiences with innovative AWS services like AWS Control Tower Guardrails StarSphere confidence in AWS offerings. As the pioneering homegrown AWS premier consulting partner in the MENA region, Zero&One boasts a team comprising certified engineers, architects, and developers, holding a wealth of valuable AWS certifications.

The Challenge

Managing AWS Environment with Control Tower: Overcoming SCP Challenges

The Starsphere client required a structured approach to managing their AWS environment, with a focus on dividing accounts, projects, and access, all while ensuring governance and security. A key challenge in the deployment was the client's unfamiliarity with AWS Control Tower's Service Control Policies (SCPs), which led to concerns about how these policies would impact different organizational units (OUs). The client was initially hesitant, fearing that restrictive SCPs might limit flexibility in project management and operational autonomy.

Partner Solution

Optimizing Multi-Account Strategy with AWS Control Tower for Governance and Flexibility

AWS Control Tower was used to establish a well-architected multi-account strategy. The solution was customized to align with their specific access and project needs while leveraging AWS Control Tower's governance features. By structuring accounts under OUs based on project and access requirements, and carefully designing SCPs to enforce necessary security controls without unnecessary restrictions, the solution provided the right balance between governance and operational flexibility. This approach ensured centralized compliance enforcement while allowing teams to work within designated permissions, ultimately enabling efficient account management, security, and scalability.

Use Case

By combining AWS Control Tower with the strategic use of SCPs, the client achieved a scalable, secure, and well-architected multi-account strategy that streamlined operations while maintaining the highest levels of governance and control.

AWS Control Tower provided centralized governance, while SCPs enforced strict security controls, preventing unauthorized actions and mitigating risks. This approach enabled consistent compliance enforcement, minimized security vulnerabilities, and ensured that teams operated within predefined guardrails without compromising flexibility.

Solution Architecture

Outcome

The implemented solution provided centralized compliance enforcement while maintaining the flexibility needed for efficient project management and scalability. Zero&One successfully managed their accounts and resources with enhanced security, operational flexibility, and scalability, effectively addressing initial concerns about chaotic account distribution and access levels.