cis-benchmark-audit

Map device configurations to CIS benchmark controls and generate audit reports.

Updated Mar 15, 2026
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Skill: cis-benchmark-audit
Source: https://github.com/vahagn-madatyan/netsec-skills-suite/tree/main/skills/cis-benchmark-audit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vahagn-madatyan/netsec-skills-suite --skill cis-benchmark-audit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

CIS Benchmark Compliance Audit maps network device configurations to CIS benchmark controls, enabling consistent, auditable security posture verification across multiple platforms.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Platform coverage: Cisco IOS, PAN-OS, JunOS, and Check Point with framework-aligned audit steps.
  • Structured audit workflow: manages Management Plane, Control Plane, and Data Plane checks with guidance for evidence collection, gap analysis, and remediation planning.
  • Use cases include annual compliance audits, pre-audit readiness, day-zero baseline establishment for new devices, post-upgrade verification, and regulatory crosswalk mapping.

Quick Start

Audit CIS benchmark compliance for your target devices and generate a traceable report.

Frequently Asked Questions about cis-benchmark-audit

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate a CIS benchmark audit for multi-vendor network devices?

A CIS benchmark audit maps network device configurations to CIS controls and generates a remediation-ready audit report. It applies to Cisco IOS, PAN-OS, JunOS, and Check Point devices using read-only access across annual, pre-audit, and post-upgrade workflows.

Does this CIS benchmark audit tool support JunOS and PAN-OS platforms?

Yes, this CIS benchmark audit supports JunOS and PAN-OS configurations. It also covers Cisco IOS and Check Point devices, applying framework-aligned audit steps across on-premises and multi-vendor networks for consistent compliance verification.

How do I generate a remediation-ready compliance report for network gear?

To generate a remediation-ready compliance report, the audit maps device configurations to CIS benchmark controls across Management, Control, and Data Planes. It references CIS control IDs and sections for traceability without reproducing benchmark content.

Can I run a pre-audit readiness check for CIS compliance using read-only access?

Yes, you can perform pre-audit readiness checks using read-only access. The audit workflow verifies your security posture by mapping configurations to CIS controls, enabling annual compliance, day-zero baselines, and post-upgrade verification workflows.

What is the best way to verify network security posture after a device upgrade?

The best way to verify network security posture post-upgrade is mapping new device configurations to CIS benchmark controls. This workflow identifies configuration gaps and generates a traceable audit report for remediation planning.

Does the audit report include the full CIS benchmark content for reference?

No, the audit report does not reproduce full CIS benchmark content. It references CIS control IDs and sections for traceability, mapping device configurations to controls while maintaining compliance with benchmark licensing restrictions.