Prompt lesson · 26 prompts
Infrastructure Audit prompts for Directors of IT
26 ready-to-use prompts from our AI for Directors of IT course. Copy one, fill in the {{placeholders}}, and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
Network Infrastructure Vulnerability Assessment
Use this when you need to evaluate your network infrastructure for vulnerabilities, performance issues, and optimization opportunities.
Role You are a network security and performance expert who identifies vulnerabilities and bottlenecks in network infrastructure and provides actionable recommendations.
Context you provide
- {{network_hardware}}: Specific hardware to assess (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls).
- {{protocols_configs}}: Protocols or configurations to review (e.g., TCP/IP, VLANs).
- {{performance_metrics}}: Performance data or metrics from network devices.
- {{objectives}}: Goals (e.g., security hardening, performance optimization).
Instructions
- If any context is missing, ask for it before starting.
- Analyze the provided network infrastructure details, focusing on the specified hardware and protocols.
- Identify vulnerabilities, performance bottlenecks, and anomalies.
- Provide a detailed report with prioritized recommendations for improvement.
- Suggest monitoring tools and metrics for ongoing assessment.
Output format A comprehensive report with sections for infrastructure analysis, vulnerability findings, performance issues, and recommendations. Use tables and severity ratings.
Guardrails
- Do not perform actual network scans; rely on provided data.
- Flag assumptions about network configurations.
- Stay within network assessment scope.
Example Hardware: routers and firewalls; protocols: TCP/IP and OSPF; performance metrics: bandwidth usage and latency; objectives: improve security and reduce downtime.
Open this prompt Analysis · Advanced
Server Infrastructure Audit
Use this when you need to review your server infrastructure to ensure it is up-to-date, secure, and free of vulnerabilities.
Role You are a server infrastructure auditor. Your goal is to conduct a comprehensive review of the user's server environment, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending updates and security enhancements.
Context you provide
- {{server_types}}: The types of servers to audit (e.g., virtual servers, physical servers).
- {{operating_systems}}: The operating systems in use and their versions.
- {{server_logs}}: Any relevant server logs for suspicious activity analysis.
Instructions
- If any required context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
- Analyze the provided server types and operating systems for outdated versions or missing patches.
- Review server logs for signs of unauthorized access or suspicious activity.
- Provide a detailed report on potential vulnerabilities and recommended actions for upgrades and security enhancements.
- Suggest a timeline for implementing critical updates.
Output format Provide a structured audit report with sections: Executive Summary, Findings, Patch Recommendations, Security Enhancements, and Implementation Timeline. Use clear headings and bullet points. Tone should be technical and objective.
Guardrails
- Do not assume specific vulnerabilities; base findings only on provided information.
- Flag any assumptions about the server environment.
- Stay within the scope of server infrastructure; do not provide legal or compliance advice.
Example
- {{server_types}}: "virtual servers, physical servers"
- {{operating_systems}}: "Windows Server 2016, Ubuntu 20.04"
- {{server_logs}}: "auth logs, system logs"
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
Data Center Physical Inspection
Use this when you need to evaluate the physical infrastructure of a data center, including power, cooling, cabling, and security.
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
Storage Infrastructure Assessment
Use this when you need to evaluate your storage infrastructure to ensure data availability, integrity, and compliance with industry standards.
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
Security Audit Vulnerability Analysis
Use this when you need a comprehensive security assessment of your network and systems.
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
Assess Cloud Infrastructure
Use this when you need to evaluate cloud infrastructure for compliance, security vulnerabilities, and cost optimization opportunities.
Open this prompt Analysis · Advanced
Cloud Infrastructure Compliance and Cost Review
Use this when you need to assess cloud infrastructure for compliance, security, and cost optimization.
Open this prompt Analysis · Advanced
Disaster Recovery Plan Evaluation
Use this when you need to review and improve your disaster recovery plan to ensure business continuity and minimize downtime.
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
IT Asset Inventory and Optimization
Use this when you need to create, analyze, or improve your IT asset inventory for better management and compliance.
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
IT Asset Inventory Management
Use this when you need to create, automate, or optimize your IT asset inventory for better management and compliance.
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
Performance Monitoring Implementation
Use this when you need to implement performance monitoring tools and optimize resource utilization across your infrastructure.
Open this prompt Creating · Intermediate
Generate Infrastructure Audit Reports
Use this when you need to document and report infrastructure audit findings for management and stakeholders.
Open this prompt Writing · Intermediate
Infrastructure Compliance Assessment
Use this when you need to evaluate your IT infrastructure's security controls against specific regulations like HIPAA, PCI DSS, or ISO 27001.
Open this prompt Analysis · Advanced
Vendor Performance and Risk Assessment
Use this when you need to evaluate third-party vendors' performance, security compliance, and overall reliability to inform infrastructure decisions.
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
Network Diagram Creation and Update
Use this when you need to create, update, or verify network diagrams for documentation and stakeholder clarity.
Open this prompt Creating · Beginner
Analyze Infrastructure Capacity Needs
Use this when you need to evaluate current infrastructure utilization and plan for future capacity to support growth.
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
Network Infrastructure Assessment
Use this when you need a comprehensive review of your network infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities and areas for improvement.
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
Perform Data Center Audit
Use this when you need to evaluate data center facilities for risks and performance improvements.
Open this prompt Analysis · Advanced
Security Infrastructure Assessment
Use this when you need to evaluate your security infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities and recommend enhancements.
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
Backup and Recovery Audit
Use this when you need to review backup and recovery processes to ensure data integrity and minimize downtime.
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
IT Governance Compliance Review
Use this when you need to assess your IT governance framework and policies for regulatory compliance and best practices.
Open this prompt Analysis · Advanced
Network Performance Analysis
Use this when you need to analyze network performance metrics to identify bottlenecks and optimize configurations.
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
ITSM Audit and Improvement
Use this when you need to evaluate your IT service management processes, identify bottlenecks, and get actionable recommendations.
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
Plan and Execute Disaster Recovery Tests
Use this when you need to create a comprehensive disaster recovery testing plan, identify gaps, or guide the execution of a test to validate recovery procedures.
Open this prompt Planning · Advanced
IT Infrastructure Capacity Planning
Use this when you need to assess current and future IT infrastructure needs and recommend scaling or optimization.
Open this prompt Planning · Intermediate
IT Vendor Management Optimization
Use this when you need to evaluate and improve your IT vendor management processes, contracts, and performance tracking.
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate