Intune and M365 Support Now Included in CIS Build Kits

New operating systems prioritize usability, a reality which threat actors use to exploit security gaps. Every misconfiguration creates an opportunity for compromise, and lean teams struggle to harden hundreds or thousands of endpoints.

That's why we at the Center for Internet Security^® (CIS^®) create and maintain CIS Benchmarks^®. These secure configuration guidelines eliminate guesswork with prescriptive, consensus-based recommendations. For CIS SecureSuite^® Members, CIS Build Kits transform these same recommendations into rapid, repeatable actions so teams can harden their systems at scale without sacrificing time or consistency.

Now CIS SecureSuite makes it even easier. Explore the new CIS Build Kits for Intune and M365, plus the CIS SecureSuite Platform for centralized control — all available with limited-time multi-year savings.

What’s New: CIS SecureSuite Platform

The CIS SecureSuite Platform is your intuitive starting point for cybersecurity, bringing trusted guidance from CIS into one unified experience. Built exclusively for CIS SecureSuite Members, the Platform consolidates tools — specifically, CIS CSAT Pro and CIS-CAT Pro Dashboard — into a single interface, making security management scalable and actionable.

From policy to implementation, the Platform connects the dots. Members can use it to assess, align, and act on their security posture with integrated workflows that simplify their compliance and strengthen decision-making.

Here are two key benefits of signing up as a Member and getting started on our new Platform.

Centralized Visibility and Management

Our new Platform provides a unified view of your security posture, helping you to identify gaps, track progress, and prioritize actions based on risk.

Accelerated Compliance and Reporting

With the CIS SecureSuite Platform, you gain access to built-in tools and automated assessments to demonstrate alignment with the CIS Critical Security Controls^® (CIS Controls^®) and other frameworks, including ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and NIST CSF. In the process, you can streamline your audits and improve your regulatory readiness.

What’s New with the CIS Benchmarks and CIS Build Kits

We continue to expand the ecosystem of tools we've built up around the CIS Benchmarks to help organizations like yours to harden systems faster and more consistently. By becoming a CIS SecureSuite Member, you'll gain access to three major enhancements to help your teams simplify their configuration management and compliance efforts.

Intune and M365 Integration

CIS SecureSuite Members can now apply CIS Benchmark guidance across cloud-managed environments using new CIS Build Kits for Microsoft Intune and Microsoft 365. These CIS Build Kits make it easier to enforce policies consistently and reduce configuration drift across devices. Members can map Group Policy Object (GPO) settings to Intune equivalents. This integration simplifies migration from on-premises environments to the cloud, helps organizations standardize configurations across endpoints, and strengthens their overall security posture.

In case you don't know, here are six key benefits of using CIS Build Kits:

1. Streamline deployment with pre-configured settings aligned to the CIS Benchmarks
2. Ensure consistency across devices and platforms
3. Achieve audit readiness with documented configurations
4. Simplify policy management
5. Scale easily regardless of your size
6. Reduce risk by minimizing misconfigurations and strengthening security posture

Want to learn more about how the CIS Build Kits can save you time rapidly implementing the CIS Benchmarks' secure configurations? Check out our video below.

 

CIS-CAT Pro Assessor for Audit Reporting

Members can use CIS-CAT^® Pro Assessor to validate compliance with CIS Benchmarks and generate audit-ready reports. This capability closes the loop from configuration to evidence, supporting internal governance and external audits. By automating assessments and reporting, CIS-CAT Pro Assessor helps organizations demonstrate alignment to industry-recognized standards and regulatory requirements.

Mapping GPO Settings to Intune Build Kits

Finally, organizations that rely on legacy GPO settings can now transition to modern endpoint management without complexity. CIS SecureSuite Members can use GPO-to-Intune mappings to modernize their environments while maintaining alignment to the CIS Benchmarks. This feature simplifies deployment and policy management during cloud transitions, reducing manual effort and improving consistency.

Practical Applications and Use Cases

• Regional Banks: Secure remote workstations and meet FFIEC compliance.
• Credit Unions: Deploy M365 Build Kits for secure onboarding.
• Investment Firms: Use CIS Build Kits and CIS-CAT Pro for SEC audits.
• Insurance Providers: Modernize endpoint management with GPO-to-Intune mappings.
• State Government IT: Standardize configurations across agencies.
• K-12 School Districts: Deploy secure settings and generate reports for grant requirements.
• Local Municipalities: Transition legacy systems to cloud-based management while maintaining compliance to the CIS Benchmarks.

Save on Simplifying Cybersecurity and Compliance

The CIS Benchmarks and CIS Build Kits help teams harden systems faster, simplify compliance, and deliver audit-ready reporting. Now through November 19, 2025, take advantage of multi-year Membership discounts to explore our new CIS Build Kits and CIS SecureSuite Platform.