Cloud Security Podcast by Google
EP165 Your Cloud Is Not a Pet - Decoding 'Shifting Left' for Cloud Security
Mar 25, 2024
Ahmad Robinson, Cloud Security Architect at Google, discusses 'Pets vs Cattle' mentality in cloud operations, shifting left in cloud security, and the confusion around Policy as Code. He emphasizes the importance of scalability, standardization, and collaboration among teams for efficient security practices.
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- Adopting 'pets versus cattle' mentality enhances cloud security by focusing on efficient, automated deployments.
- 'Policy as code' acts as the 'bouncers' enforcing compliance and security standards in cloud environments.
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Transition to Cloud Security
Transitioning to cloud security involves understanding the shift from traditional security approaches to cloud-native operations. Adopting a 'pets versus cattle' mentality, focusing on efficient and automated deployments, helps enhance security by moving away from manual vulnerabilities. Implementing mindset shifts towards modern security practices like 'infrastructure as code' and 'policy as code' plays a crucial role in achieving cloud security success.
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