Security and Compliance in Enterprise Cloud Systems
Authors-Noraini Ahmad
Keyword-Enterprise Cloud Security, Cloud Compliance, Data Protection, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Encryption, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Management, Regulatory Compliance, GDPR, HIPAA, ISO Standards, Zero-Trust Security, Cloud-Native Security, Automated Compliance, Risk Mitigation
As enterprises increasingly migrate critical applications and data to the cloud, ensuring security and regulatory compliance has become a top priority. Cloud environments offer scalability and flexibility, but they also introduce new vulnerabilities and complexities related to data protection, access control, and governance. This study provides a comprehensive examination of security and compliance challenges in enterprise cloud systems, including identity and access management, encryption, threat detection, and vulnerability management. It also explores regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO standards that govern data privacy and operational compliance in cloud deployments. The study evaluates strategies and best practices for mitigating risks, maintaining continuous compliance, and implementing secure cloud architectures. Additionally, it addresses emerging trends such as zero-trust security models, cloud-native security tools, and automated compliance monitoring. By analyzing real-world use cases and industry practices, this study demonstrates that robust security and compliance measures are essential for protecting sensitive enterprise data, maintaining business continuity, and fostering trust in cloud computing environments.