CSA STAR Certification

Keeping IT networks and data secure is critical to business. The need for more cost-effective storage and software solutions together with mobile access continues to drive the adoption of cloud computing. – and while cloud computing opens new opportunities, it also presents a number of security risks to company information

So, as organizations embrace new digital ways of working, its unsurprising that upcoming regulations and the increasing number of sophisticated cyber-attacks are driving the need for greater transparency and trust in the cloud.

Through the implementation of CSA STAR Certification, in addition to a compliant ISO/IEC 27001 information security management system, organizations can ensure that they have a full understanding of the risks involved and the business impacts. This allows organizations to put controls in place to protect business critical information. 

CSA STAR Certification brings big benefits to all companies of all sizes. Confidence, reputation and new business can come with CSA STAR Certification as more customers ask for proof of these measures. Plus it can help you as a cloud service provider: 

• Provide top management with visibility, so that they can evaluate the effectiveness of their management system in relation to expectations of the cloud security industry and ISO/IEC 27001
• Implement an audit that is designed to reflect how your organization’s objectives are aimed at optimizing the cloud services
• Demonstrate progress and performance levels via an independently validated award from an external certified body
• Benchmark your performance against your peers

Additionally for customers of cloud service providers, CSA STAR Certification will provide a greater understanding of the level of controls that are in place.

Whether you’re new to CSA STAR Certification or looking to take your expertise further, we have the right resources and services to help you.