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Welcome to the Cloud Security Alliance

The Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) is the world’s leading organization dedicated to defining and raising awareness of best practices to help ensure a secure cloud computing environment.

Latest News from CSA

Call for Expert Reviewers: Contribute to the CCSK v5
Call for Expert Reviewers: Contribute to the CCSK v5
We are currently seeking individuals to participate in the review of CCSK v5 exam items from March 20th, 2024, through July 1st, 2024. Join us in this important initiative and gain recognition as a key contributor, with the opportunity to receive special rewards and acknowledgments for your valuable insights and commitment. Applications to be part of the exam item review will be accepted until March 31st. Learn more and apply here!
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New Zero Trust Strategy course now available in the CCZT Exam Bundle!
New Zero Trust Strategy course now available in the CCZT Exam Bundle!
Learn to align Zero Trust with business strategies, implement it effectively, and manage operational shifts. This self-paced course extends beyond basics, exploring detailed implementation tactics, cultural changes, and operational strategies required for effective Zero Trust adoption. Perfect for various IT and cybersecurity roles, it equips you to integrate Zero Trust into business strategies, navigate operational challenges, and adapt to evolving threats.
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Cloud Threats & Vulnerabilities Summit 2024
Cloud Threats & Vulnerabilities Summit 2024
CSA’s free Virtual Cloud Threats & Vulnerabilities Summit will address key systemic risks uncovered within the global cloud ecosystem and CSA’s efforts to improve standards for cloud vulnerability and threat identification. This is the industry’s must-attend event to gain a holistic understanding of the most critical threats and vulnerabilities facing us today and tomorrow, and to receive pragmatic advice on managing risks. Join us and register today!
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Cloud Assurance

Improve the security and compliance posture of your organization and leverage the controls inside of cloud assurance to build stronger value in your business systems. CSA provides tools and guidance that help entire industries and countries build their own cloud assurance ecosystem. Publish your organization on the STAR Registry, become CCAK certified, or demonstrate your commitment to holistic security by qualifying for Trusted Cloud Provider status.

Core Cloud

Regardless if you already have a well established cloud security program or are starting your cloud migration for the first time, CSA can help you enhance your security strategy. Tap into our substantial database of research and strategies needed for organizations to achieve comprehensive cloud security. Learn about cybersecurity threats from the latest Top Threats to Cloud Computing: Pandemic Eleven, close the skills gap by obtaining your CCSK certificate, and support the work CSA does by joining our community or becoming a corporate member.

Future Cloud

Save the Date

Join leading experts at the forefront of cloud security, providing deep insights into how organizations, industries and nations are protecting their most vital assets and systems in the cloud. Our interactive sessions will cover the hottest technology trends and vetted best practices that keep some of our most iconic brands secure.

September 9 - 13, 2024
Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue, WA

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CSA harnesses the subject matter expertise of industry practitioners, associations, governments, and its corporate and individual members to offer cloud security-specific research, education, certification, events and products.

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Press Releases

Latest DevSecOps Guidance from Cloud Security Alliance and SAFECode Emphasizes Value of Collaboration, Integration in DevSecOps Landscape

February 21, 2024

 

Cloud Security Alliance Survey Finds 77% of Respondents Feel Unprepared to Deal with Security Threats

February 14, 2024

 

Artificial Intelligence Leaders Partner with Cloud Security Alliance to Launch the AI Safety Initiative

December 12, 2023

 

Cloud Security Alliance Launches the Industry’s First Authoritative Zero Trust Training and Credential, the Certificate of Competence in Zero Trust (CCZT)

November 15, 2023

 

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Industry Insights

CSA STAR Level 2: All About STAR Attestations and Certifications

CSA STAR Level 2: All About STAR Attestations and Certifications

March 23, 2024

 
How Attackers Exploit Non-Human Identities: Workshop Recap

How Attackers Exploit Non-Human Identities: Workshop Recap

March 22, 2024

 
Recommendations for Self-Managed FedRAMP Red Team Exercises

Recommendations for Self-Managed FedRAMP Red Team Exercises

March 22, 2024

 
Architecture Drift: What It Is and How It Leads to Breaches

Architecture Drift: What It Is and How It Leads to Breaches

March 22, 2024

 

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Upcoming CSA Events

CSA San Francisco Chapter Monthly Meetup - March 24
CSA San Francisco Chapter Monthly Meetup - March 24

March 28 | Synopsys - Room Davis, 675 Almanor Ave · Sunnyvale, CA

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Zero Trust Virtual Symposium
Zero Trust Virtual Symposium

April 2 - April 3 | Online

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CSA & SIGS Special Event
CSA & SIGS Special Event

April 10 - April 11 | Zürich, Switzerland

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Black Hat Asia 2024
Black Hat Asia 2024

April 16 - April 19 | Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

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