View AWS Network Firewall logs and metrics by using Splunk

AWS Network Firewall ensures secure traffic management across cloud environments. This template provides a structured approach to monitoring firewall activities using Splunk. It includes firewall endpoints, subnets, EC2 instances, and CloudWatch integration to capture and analyze security logs. The architecture enhances network observability, supporting compliance and security policies.

How to Open this Template in Cloudairy

1.      Log in to your Cloudairy account.

2.      Navigate to the Template Library section.

3.      Search for “View AWS Network Firewall Logs and Metrics Using Splunk”.

4.      Click on the template to preview its components.

5.      Select "Use Template" to open it in your workspace.

6.      Start configuring firewall logging and monitoring settings.

How to Use Cloudairy with this Template

1.          Select the template and review security monitoring components.

2. ·         Modify firewall configurations to fit security needs.

3. ·         Integrate Splunk with CloudWatch for log analysis.

4. ·         Collaborate with security teams to improve visibility.

5. ·         Export and deploy the monitoring setup in AWS.

Template Components

• AWS Network Firewall - Protects against network threats.

• Firewall Subnet - Hosts security infrastructure.

• Amazon EC2 - Runs security analytics services.

• Network Firewall Endpoints - Manages traffic control.

• AWS CloudWatch - Collects logs and metrics.

• Splunk Subnet 1 - Stores and processes logs.

• Splunk Subnet 2 - Ensures redundancy and scalability.

• Firewall Rules - Defines security policies.

• Log Streams - Stores real-time event data.

• IAM Roles - Grants monitoring permissions.

• Security Groups - Manages network access.

• Event Filters - Categorizes security incidents.

• Data Retention Policies - Defines log storage duration.

• Visualization Dashboards - Provides security insights.

• Threat Intelligence Feeds - Detects suspicious activities.

Summary

This template provides a detailed guide for monitoring AWS Network Firewall logs using Splunk. It ensures real-time security insights, helping teams manage threats proactively while optimizing compliance requirements.