CDN/WAF Services
Secure, Fast, Global: CDN & WAF for Startups
Protect your application from threats while delivering lightning-fast performance to users worldwide. Enterprise-grade security and performance without enterprise complexity or cost.
The Problem
Security and Performance Can't Be Afterthoughts
You've built a great product. Users are signing up. Maybe you're landing enterprise deals or expanding internationally. Then reality hits:
Your application is slow for European customers. You're getting probing attacks from bot networks. A potential enterprise customer asks about DDoS protection and you don't have a good answer. Your compliance checklist requires WAF implementation but you're not sure where to start.
Or worse—you experience a DDoS attack that takes your application offline during peak hours, costing you revenue, reputation, and customer trust.
For startups competing in crowded markets, security and performance aren't optional. They're table stakes. Users expect fast load times regardless of where they are. Enterprise customers require demonstrable security controls. Investors want to see that you're protecting their capital.
What's Included
Complete CDN & WAF Implementation
We design and implement content delivery and security solutions tailored to your application architecture, traffic patterns, and security requirements.
CloudFront CDN Setup & Optimisation
We configure Amazon CloudFront to cache and deliver your content from edge locations worldwide, dramatically reducing latency for international users.
- Origin configuration and optimisation
- Cache behavior rules tuned to your application
- SSL/TLS certificate setup and management
- Custom domain integration
- Geographic restrictions if needed
- Real-time logging and monitoring
AWS WAF Configuration & Rule Management
Your web application firewall acts as your first line of defence against common attacks. We implement and tune WAF rules including:
- OWASP Top 10 protection (SQL injection, XSS, etc.)
- Rate limiting to prevent brute force attacks
- Bot detection and mitigation
- Geographic blocking for high-risk regions
- Custom rules based on your threat profile
- Managed rule groups from AWS and third-party vendors
DDoS Protection
AWS Shield Standard provides automatic protection, but we configure additional layers including:
- CloudFront and Route 53 integration for DDoS resilience
- Shield Advanced evaluation and implementation (for high-risk applications)
- DDoS response runbooks and escalation procedures
Performance Monitoring & Optimisation
Implementation is just the start. We set up comprehensive monitoring including:
- Real-time traffic analysis and alerting
- Cache hit ratio tracking and optimisation
- Security event monitoring and threat analysis
- Performance metrics by geography
- Regular WAF rule tuning based on traffic patterns
The Process
From Assessment to Production in Weeks
Week 1: Assessment & Design
- Architecture review and traffic analysis
- Security requirements gathering
- Threat modeling for your specific application
- CDN strategy design
- WAF ruleset design
- Integration planning
Week 2-3: Implementation
- CloudFront distribution setup and configuration
- Origin optimisation for CDN integration
- SSL/TLS certificate provisioning
- WAF deployment and rule configuration
- Testing across geographic regions
- Performance validation and tuning
Week 4: Handover
- Monitoring dashboard setup
- Alert configuration
- Documentation delivery
- Team training
- Runbook creation
- Ongoing support planning
Benefits & Outcomes
What Your Startup Gains
Global Performance at Scale
Reduce latency for international users by 60-80%. A user in Sydney and a user in Stockholm get equally fast experiences, without you managing infrastructure in multiple regions.
Protection Against Attacks
Block SQL injection, cross-site scripting, DDoS attacks, and bot traffic before they reach your application. Most attacks are stopped at the edge, never touching your origin servers.
Compliance Made Easier
Many compliance frameworks (PCI DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001) require WAF implementation. Check critical boxes while actually improving your security posture.
Reduced Origin Load
With effective caching, 70-90% of requests are served from the edge, dramatically reducing load on your origin servers.
Improved SEO
Google considers page load speed in rankings. Faster global performance means better search visibility.
Enterprise Sales Enablement
When enterprise prospects ask about security controls, you'll have comprehensive answers. WAF logs and metrics demonstrate you take security seriously.
Pricing
Fixed-Price Implementation Packages
CDN/WAF implementation projects start at $3,500 for straightforward applications with standard security requirements.
Complex applications, custom rule development, or multi-region strategies are quoted based on scope. Schedule a consultation for a fixed price quote.
Ongoing Management: Optional monthly retainer packages available for continuous WAF rule tuning, threat monitoring, and performance optimisation.
Production-Ready in 4 Weeks