Cloud computing has become the go-to storage solution for an increasing number of businesses over the last several years—and why not?
The cloud is a readily available resource for utilizing technology effectively across an entire organization. Even with all the benefits your business can receive from cloud computing, there are still concerns – namely visibility and security.
In terms of cloud security, your business must find a balance between what your business needs and what risks it can take. For this, you’ll need to strategize ways to secure your cloud data before adoption.
Below are two tips to make your data more secure:
Tip #1: Practice Due Diligence
Since there’s a defined level of risk with the cloud, understanding your provider’s environment, the responsibilities for your business and what exactly your business is holding in the cloud are all essential.
Don’t adopt the cloud until you have these answers.
To practice due diligence, participate in the following three practices: SLA monitoring/auditing, various security controls and risk assessments.
Tip #2: Make a Plan
After you choose an application type, it’s time to formulate a plan for getting your data to its new cloud home safely and ensuring it remains safe once it’s there.
Your first stop is to understand how your provider mitigates security risks as well as the way incidents are reported. Only then can you create your plan.