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Key Management for Public Cloud Migration
Key Management for Public Cloud Migration
Who it's for:
  • Architects of all kinds
  • IT and compliance professionals
  • DevOps engineers
  • CISOs and managers

Key Management for Public Cloud Migration

Release Date: 12/17/2024

More and more organizations are adopting public cloud technologies. This leads to a mass data migration where existing applications that are on-premises or in a data center are moved to the cloud. Throughout the migration, effective key management is critical for mitigating the risk of unauthorized access and data breaches.

This publication shares best practices for managing encryption keys during data migration from on-premises environments to the cloud. It covers considerations for the various stages of the migration process: assessment, planning, preparation, migration, and post-migration. Readers will get a better understanding of how to successfully plan and execute their cloud migration strategy. This ensures the security of their data and a positive cloud adoption experience.

Key Takeaways:
  • How to assess your current data landscape and key management practices, identifying gaps and potential risks
  • The elements of a comprehensive data migration approach
  • How to securely transfer data and encryption keys
  • Testing and validation strategies to guarantee a seamless transition
  • Best practices for maintaining data and key integrity and functionality throughout migration
  • Post-migration best practices
  • The migration tools available and their key features
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Acknowledgements

Michael Roza
Michael Roza
Risk, Audit, Control and Compliance Professional at EVC

Michael Roza

Risk, Audit, Control and Compliance Professional at EVC

Since 2012, Michael Roza has been a pivotal member of the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) family. He has contributed to over 125 projects, as a Lead Author or Author/Contributor and many more as a Reviewer/Editor.
Michael's extensive contributions encompass critical areas including Artificial Intelligence, Zero Trust/Software Defined Perimeter, Internet of Things, Top Threats, Cloud Control Matrix, DevSecOps, and Key Management. H...

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