Synapse Studio: Secure Research Environments, Deployed Your Way
Bring the power of a secure and compliant research environment directly into your own AWS infrastructure. Synapse Studio delivers the robust capabilities of AWS Research and Engineering Studio (RES), expertly deployed by the bladestack.io team, giving you full control over your research data and environment.
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What is Synapse Studio?
Synapse Studio delivers the full power of Amazon Research and Engineering Studio (RES) inside your cloud environment—purpose-built for organizations that demand airtight security, stringent compliance, and total control of their research infrastructure. Our cyber-samurai at bladestack.io handle the initial deployment and configuration so you can hit the ground running; choose to manage it yourself afterward or let us take the reins with an optional fully managed service.
Every baseline deployment is engineered to NIST 800-171, but that’s just the starting point. Need FedRAMP Moderate, HIPAA, or an even tougher compliance posture? We simply layer the additional controls you require—extending the same rigor across IAM, networking, logging, and advanced security safeguards—so your researchers stay focused on innovation while we ensure the environment meets your exact compliance horizon.
Secure Data Handling
We provide robust pipelines for data import and export, complete with data sanitization, secure transfer protocols, and independent approval workflows to meet stringent security and compliance requirements.
Direct Environment Deployment
Synapse Studio delivers and configures Amazon RES directly within your own environment. This allows for seamless integration with your existing infrastructure, including Active Directory and centralized storage.
Customer-Maintained Control
You have the autonomy to manage and maintain your research environment, with the option to engage our expert team for ongoing support and management.
Compliance-Ready Framework
With NIST 800-171 as our guide, we provide a solution that is built to meet federal compliance standards, ensuring your research is conducted in a secure and regulated environment.
Enhanced Research Tools
Synapse Studio includes pre-configured Amazon Machine Images (AMIs) with essential research tools, centralized logging for comprehensive auditing, and automated patching to keep your systems secure.
Budget Optimization
Implement granular budget controls at the project level, with real-time tracking and alerts to manage costs effectively across research initiatives.
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| Deployment Model | Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) | Deployed into Customer's AWS Environment |
| Management | Fully managed by Bladestack.io | Typically customer-managed, with an option for bladestack.io to manage the environment. |
| User Interface | User-Friendly Web Portal | Standard AWS Research and Engineering Studio (RES) interface. |
| Ease of Use | Get started in just three clicks | Expert deployment and configuration required |
| Budget Tracking | Built-in feature with detailed reports and alerts | Via native AWS cost management and allocation tools |
| Single Sign-On (SSO) | Included (Utilizes Okta) | Integrated with customer's existing Active Directory |
| Automated Patching | Included (Uses AWS Systems Manager) | Configured during initial secure deployment |
| Initial Setup | A one-time setup fee of $7,500 covers the complete environment and up to 20 researchers. | Custom deployment and integration into the customer's environment; pricing is available upon request. |
| Pricing | Monthly Fee: $2,300 (covers infrastructure costs). Per User Fee:$35/month | Available upon request for a private offer, as it is tailored to the customer's specific needs. |
| Compliance | Meets approximately 80% of NIST 800-171 controls, with plans for FedRAMP Moderate compliance. | Deployed according to NIST 800-171 standards, with advanced security and compliance configurations. |
| Available Tools | Includes AWS Research and Engineering Studio, AWS SageMaker, R Studio, VSCodium, JupyterLab, and more. | Includes a comprehensive deployment of AWS RES with custom AMIs and tools tailored for research workflows. |
| Support | Expert US-based cybersecurity SMEs are available for support, with a 48-hour tech SLA response time. | bladestack.io provides support for the initial deployment, with optional ongoing management and support. |
| Data & Infrastructure | Dedicated resources with isolated infrastructure | Fully isolated within your own environment |
| Backup & Recovery | Built-in automated backup solutions | Configured as part of the RES deployment |
| Best For | Researchers and labs seeking a secure, ready-to-use, fully managed solution with minimal overhead. | Organizations needing to deploy RES within their own environment for maximum control and integration. |
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Seize the opportunity – empower your research
Synapse Studio deployment is built upon the principles of the AWS Landing Zone, a solution that helps create a secure, multi-account AWS environment based on AWS best practices. This provides a robust and secure foundation for your research from day one.
Enhanced Security
Implement a consistent, expert-configured security posture across all your research projects and teams within your own AWS environment.
Compliance Ready
Meet regulatory requirements with a foundational setup that includes pre-configured guardrails and enables continuous compliance monitoring using native AWS tools.
Cost Optimization
Leverage a well-architected account structure for better cost allocation, budget tracking, and management across your various research initiatives.
Seamless Research
Benefits of our Expert Deployment
Our team of AWS-certified cloud architects and cybersecurity experts is at your service to deploy the entire infrastructure stack. We handle the complex setup and integration, delivering a turnkey research environment directly to you.
Expertise On-Demand
Our AWS-certified experts design and deploy your infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, security, and compliance from the start. We provide tailored guidance for your specific research needs and can remain available for ongoing support and management should you need it.
Reduced Administrative Overhead
Synapse Studio eliminates the complex and time-consuming process of building a secure research environment from scratch. By providing a properly configured and ready-to-use solution, we minimize the initial IT burden and learning curve for your team, allowing them to focus on core responsibilities.
Faster Time-to-Research
Accelerate your initiatives with pre-configured, customizable research environments. We provide ready-to-use virtual desktops with popular tools, enabling rapid provisioning of compute resources and reducing setup time from weeks to hours.
Budget Control
Take charge of research spending within your own AWS account. The Synapse Studio deployment establishes a framework for granular budget management, allowing you to set limits, track costs in real-time, and receive alerts using familiar AWS tools.
Continuous Improvement
We build your environment using the latest cloud technology and security best practices. Your team can then manage ongoing updates and optimizations, or you can engage our experts for continuous service to ensure your environment remains on the cutting-edge.
Getting Started
Experience the power of Synapse Studio today. Contact our team for a personalized consultation and discover how we can transform your research workflows. Our experts will assess your needs, provide a custom proposal for deployment into your environment, and ensure seamless onboarding.