iam

Automate AWS IAM user, role, and policy management across accounts.

Updated Mar 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/colinmxs/double-hexagon --skill iam-colinmxs
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: iam
Source: https://github.com/colinmxs/double-hexagon/tree/main/.kiro/skills/iam
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/colinmxs/double-hexagon --skill iam-colinmxs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) centralizes secure access control for users, roles, and policies across AWS accounts, helping prevent unauthorized access and misconfigurations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create and manage users, roles, and policies with least-privilege guidelines.
  • Configure cross-account access and trust relationships to enable service integrations.
  • Troubleshoot permission issues and enforce consistent access controls across environments.

Quick Start

Create a basic IAM role for a Lambda function with a least-privilege policy attached.

Frequently Asked Questions about iam

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

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How do I create an AWS IAM role with least-privilege policies?

To create an AWS IAM role with least-privilege policies, define strict permission boundaries granting only necessary actions. This approach configures service roles while preventing unauthorized access and minimizing misconfigurations across your accounts.

How do I configure cross-account access and trust relationships in AWS IAM?

Configuring cross-account access in AWS IAM requires establishing trust relationships between accounts. You define trust policies specifying trusted principals, enabling secure service integrations and consistent access controls across environments.

What is the best way to troubleshoot AWS IAM permission issues?

Troubleshooting AWS IAM permission issues involves validating trust relationships and evaluating applied policies. Reviewing access controls and permission boundaries helps identify misconfigurations preventing authorized actions across your environment.

Can I use AWS IAM to enforce access control across multiple accounts?

Yes, AWS IAM centralizes secure access control for users, roles, and policies across multiple AWS accounts. You can configure cross-account access and enforce consistent least-privilege permission patterns throughout your infrastructure.

Why does my AWS IAM role keep failing trust relationship validation?

AWS IAM trust relationship validation fails when trust policies do not correctly define the trusted principal or required conditions. Validating these relationships ensures proper cross-account access and service integrations without unauthorized access.

Do I need IAM roles to manage access control for AWS Lambda functions?

Yes, AWS Lambda functions require IAM service roles with least-privilege policies attached to execute securely. Defining these roles ensures the function only accesses necessary resources, preventing unauthorized actions.