connect-aws

Validate AWS credentials and inventory active services across accounts and regions.

7|2|Updated Apr 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kkmookhey/shasta --skill connect-aws
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Skill: connect-aws
Source: https://github.com/kkmookhey/shasta/tree/main/.claude/skills/connect-aws
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kkmookhey/shasta --skill connect-aws

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Connect Shasta to an AWS account for SOC 2 compliance scanning by validating credentials and discovering services in use.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Validate AWS credentials and determine the account context.
  • Discover and inventory AWS services active in the account, enabling compliance mapping.
  • Use case: A semi-technical founder connects Shasta to their AWS account to generate a services inventory for SOC 2 control mapping.

Quick Start

Configure your AWS profile in shasta.config.json and run the AWS discovery flow to connect, validate credentials, and inventory services.

Frequently Asked Questions about connect-aws

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

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How do I inventory AWS services for SOC 2 compliance across multiple accounts?

To inventory AWS services for SOC 2 compliance, you connect Shasta to your AWS accounts, validate credentials, and discover active services across regions to enable compliance mapping.

What do I need to connect to my AWS account and validate credentials for cloud discovery?

Connecting to AWS for cloud discovery requires Python with the AWS SDK installed, a configured aws_profile in shasta.config.json, and account access to query service inventory.

Can I map AWS cloud inventory directly to SOC 2 controls?

Yes, discovering and inventorying active AWS services provides the necessary cloud inventory data to enable accurate SOC 2 control mapping for your accounts.

How does validating AWS credentials work for SOC 2 readiness scanning?

Validating AWS credentials for SOC 2 readiness involves querying account information to determine the account context and successfully authenticate before discovering active services.

What is the best way to generate an AWS services inventory for multiple regions?

The best way to generate an AWS services inventory across multiple regions is running an automated discovery flow that validates credentials and queries active service data.