Frameworks / Image-layer coverage
Start with the requirement. End on an exact image.
Use these framework pages to understand the operating-system contribution, the work that remains with your team, and the North listings available for evaluation.
North security profiles
Foundation Level 1North hardened AWS images that support a practical first-level operating-system security baseline for Linux and Windows workloads.→Foundation Level 2North hardened AWS images for teams applying a stronger internal operating-system security posture across Linux and Windows workloads.→Standard Defense Level 1Hardened AWS images that support Standard Defense Level 1 operating-system requirements for enterprise Linux and Windows workloads.→Standard Defense Level 2Hardened AWS images for Standard Defense Level 2 programs that need a controlled and testable operating-system posture.→Standard Defense Level 3Hardened AWS images for Standard Defense Level 3 workloads requiring a high-assurance operating-system baseline and explicit ownership boundaries.→
Standards and readiness programs
DISA STIGDISA STIG-aligned hardened Linux and Windows images available through AWS Marketplace with product-specific configuration scope.→NIST SP 800-53Hardened AWS images that can support operating-system configuration within a broader NIST SP 800-53 control implementation.→NIST SP 800-171Hardened AWS images that support an explicit operating-system baseline for environments implementing NIST SP 800-171 requirements.→FIPS readinessHardened AWS images for teams evaluating operating-system configuration as part of a broader FIPS cryptographic readiness program.→ISO 27001Hardened AWS images that support controlled operating-system configuration within an ISO 27001 information security management system.→SOC 2Hardened AWS images for service organizations building repeatable operating-system controls within a SOC 2 program.→NIS2Hardened AWS images that support repeatable operating-system security for organizations preparing for NIS2 risk-management obligations.→
SCOPE / READ BEFORE SELECTION
Image support is one part of a complete program.
Framework support describes how a North image can contribute at the operating-system layer. It does not independently confer certification, compliance, accreditation, validation, or authorization for the complete customer system.
NEXT / NORTH
Bring the requirement into the catalog.
Review hardened Linux and Windows listings, then validate the exact build against your workload and evidence needs.