Implementing ConsoleMe

Overview

ConsoleMe is a web service aimed at simplifying AWS IAM permissions and credential management for end-users and administrators.

Key Features

• Consolidates management of multiple AWS accounts into a single interface.
• Allows credential and console access based on authorization levels.
• Provides mechanisms for requesting and managing permissions for various AWS resources.
• Includes a self-service wizard for user-friendly permission requests.

Setup Process

The setup can be done via Docker or locally. The local setup requires an Ubuntu machine, package manager, 2GB disk space, and an AWS user/role for ConsoleMe service.

Steps

• Install dependencies and related software.
• Clone the ConsoleMe repository.
• Start Redis and DynamoDB containers.
• Configure AWS IAM user and role.
• Set up the virtual environment and run the installation script.
• Run ConsoleMe in the background optionally.
• Configure static and dynamic settings including Slack and Sentry integrations.

Finally, set up ALB authentication and test the setup by signing into AWS using the configured roles.