The migration of enterprise workloads to the cloud is a strategic imperative for many organizations. However, before a migration starts, teams need to building a strategic architecture to help ensure the process is efficient, scalable, and enables continued innovation. Any migration can be complex, introducing new security or technical challenges along the way.
To prepare, teams must ensure new processes and plans are in place to protect sensitive data and ensure business continuity when moving to the cloud.
According to a recent 2024 State of the Cloud Report, organizations migrating to the cloud face various challenges. Understanding app dependencies (54%) was the top concern for enterprise organizations, followed by assessing costs, and technical feasibility. Each organization needs to identify the challenges that will impact their migration, however, building a strategic architecture can start the process with a solid foundation.
A thorough security assessment is the cornerstone of a successful cloud migration. This should include:
Conducting a comprehensive evaluation of assets, risks, compliance requirements, and security gaps will ensure a secure cloud migration.
Selecting the appropriate cloud provider and services is critical for ensuring a secure migration. Key factors to consider include:
A well-designed cloud architecture is essential for mitigating security risks and ensuring compliance. Key architectural principles include:
Implement a robust cloud architecture with network segmentation and strong IAM controls. Factor in data encryption, regular patching, and comprehensive logging and monitoring as part of best practices.
A comprehensive set of security controls is necessary to protect your cloud environment. These controls may include:
Deploy a robust set of security controls including firewalls, IDPS, and anti-malware. Include DLP and SIEM to safeguard your cloud environment and mitigate potential threats.