CLOUD SECURITY

Cloud computing is the dynamic provisioning of IT services on demand from a cloud computing environment. These services can be infrastructure (computing and networking devices), computing platforms (machines with specific configurations), and software applications.
Cloud computing allows for scaling computing resources up or down based on need. Payment is made only for the actual resources used. Particularly for small and medium organizations, cloud computing saves organizations from spending on dedicated computing resources while not being certain if the demand is going to match them. Cloud computing environments can be public, private, or hybrid.
Moving your IT needs to public cloud providers inherently means losing some control over your IT environment and bears some risks.
In this Assignment, you will analyze your work environment and the issues involved in moving part of the business to the cloud.
RESOURCES

Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.
WEEKLY RESOURCES
To prepare for this Assignment:
• Review this week’s Learning Resources.
• Search the Walden Library and the Internet for credible resources on the topic.
• Consider the context of your current organization, or one with which you are familiar. Assume that the organization is seeking to expand its business in new directions. More computing power and IT services will be needed to support this expansion. However, the size of the new business line and the scale of expansion are currently uncertain. The organization is considering the possibility of utilizing cloud computing to support this expansion.
BY DAY 7
Submit a 2- to 4-page paper (not including title or references) in APA format that addresses the following:
• Provide a short description of the organization you chose.
• Explain the benefits and risks that might come with using cloud computing in your organization.
• Compare these risks and benefits with those that are inherent in cloud computing.
• Draw a conclusion on whether the organization should move to using cloud services or not.
• Recommend mitigation strategies to reduce the risks of moving to the cloud.
Refer to the Week 9 Assignment Rubric for specific grading elements and criteria. Your Instructor will use this grading rubric to assess your work.
Your document should be 2–4 pages long (not including the list of references), but it is the quality of the work that is important, not the number of pages. Cite and reference all sources using APA format and style guidelines and submit in a single document.
SUBMISSION INFORMATION
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LEARNING RESOURCES
Required Readings
• Barve, J. (2010). COBIT for IT risk management in a bank—a case studyLinks to an external site.. COBIT Focus, 3, 1–6. https://nanopdf.com/download/cobit-for-it-risk-management-in-a-bank_pdf
• Kaplan, R. S., & Mikes, A. (2012, June). Managing risks: A new framework. Harvard Business Review, 90(6), 48–60. http://hbr.org

Rubric
MDSC_6005_Week9_Assignment_Rubric
MDSC_6005_Week9_Assignment_Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeElement 1: Software Development Process 22.5 ptsMasteryStudent provides a thorough and detailed description of the organization they chose and identifies the benefits and risks that might come with using cloud computing in their organization. Several examples and resources support thinking.
20.93 ptsExceptionalStudent provides a detailed description of the organization they chose and identifies the benefits and risks that might come with using cloud computing in their organization. Several examples or resources support thinking. There are one or two minor errors or details missing.
19.13 ptsCompetentStudent provides a description of the organization they chose and identifies the benefits and risks that might come with using cloud computing in their organization. Some examples or resources support thinking. Some details are missing and/or not fully developed.
16.88 ptsDevelopingStudent provides a cursory or incomplete description of the organization they chose and/or vaguely identifies the benefits and risks that might come with using cloud computing in their organization. Few examples or resources support thinking. Most details are missing or lack clarity.
11.25 ptsUnacceptableStudent provides an incomplete or cursory description that does not directly address this element and/or meet minimal requirements.
0 ptsNot SubmittedStudent did not submit this element. 22.5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeElement 2: Risks and Benefits of Cloud Computing 22.5 ptsMasteryStudent provides a thorough and detailed comparison of these risks and benefits with those that are inherent in cloud computing. Several examples and resources support thinking.
20.93 ptsExceptionalStudent provides a detailed comparison of these risks and benefits with those that are inherent in cloud computing. Several examples or resources support thinking. There are one or two minor errors or details missing.
19.13 ptsCompetentStudent provides a comparison of these risks and benefits with those that are inherent in cloud computing. Some examples or resources support thinking. Some details are missing and/or not fully developed.
16.88 ptsDevelopingStudent provides a cursory or incomplete comparison of these risks and benefits with those that are inherent in cloud computing. Few examples or resources support thinking. Most details are missing or lack clarity.
11.25 ptsUnacceptableStudent provides an incomplete or cursory description that does not directly address this element and/or meet minimal requirements.
0 ptsNot SubmittedStudent did not submit this element. 22.5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeElement 3: Recommendation 22.5 ptsMasteryStudent provides a thorough and detailed explanation of their conclusion on whether the organization should move to using cloud services or not, and recommends mitigation strategies to reduce the risks of moving to the cloud should the company support that decision. Several examples and resources support thinking.
20.93 ptsExceptionalStudent provides a detailed explanation of their conclusion on whether the organization should move to using cloud services or not, and recommends mitigation strategies to reduce the risks of moving to the cloud should the company support that decision. Several examples or resources support thinking. There are one or two minor errors or details missing.
19.13 ptsCompetentStudent provides an explanation of their conclusion on whether the organization should move to using cloud services or not, and recommends mitigation strategies to reduce the risks of moving to the cloud should the company support that decision. Some examples or resources support thinking. Some details are missing and/or not fully developed.
16.88 ptsDevelopingStudent provides a cursory or incomplete explanation of their conclusion on whether the organization should move to using cloud services or not, and/or briefly recommends mitigation strategies to reduce the risks of moving to the cloud should the company support that decision. Few examples or resources support thinking. Most details are missing or lack clarity.
11.25 ptsUnacceptableStudent provides an incomplete or cursory description that does not directly address this element and/or meet minimal requirements.
0 ptsNot SubmittedStudent did not submit this element. 22.5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeElement 4: Form and Style 7.5 ptsMasteryStudent demonstrates thorough organization and writing skills by consistently applying APA format and style. Writing is well organized and grammatically correct, including complete sentences that are free of spelling errors. A Reference List with a variety of scholarly sources is provided, using APA formatting, and it matches the citations cited within the text.
6.98 ptsExceptionalStudent demonstrates thorough organization and writing skills by consistently applying APA format and style. Writing is well organized and grammatically correct, including complete sentences that are free of spelling errors. A Reference List with a variety of scholarly sources is provided, using APA formatting, and it matches the citations cited within the text—but with one or two minor errors.
6.38 ptsCompetentStudent demonstrates organization and writing skills by mostly applying APA format and style. Writing is well organized and mostly grammatically correct, including complete sentences that are mostly free of spelling errors. While a Reference List is provided and includes a variety of resources, APA formatting may be incorrect or the list may not have matched the citations cited within the text.
5.63 ptsDevelopingStudent made a cursory attempt to address but there are numerous errors, writing is difficult to read, and/or no Reference List is provided.
3.75 ptsUnacceptableStudent submission does not adhere to the writing expectations.
0 ptsNot SubmittedStudent did not submit this element. 7.5 pts
Total Points: 75
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