Cloud Security Alliance

About

The Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) is a global non-profit organization founded in December 2008. It focuses on promoting best practices in cloud security and educating on secure cloud adoption. With over 80,000 individual members worldwide, CSA is recognized as a leading authority in cloud security standards, research, and certification programs. CSA provides various resources, including guidance frameworks like the "Security Guidance for Critical Areas of Focus in Cloud Computing" and research on big data security and privacy. It also offers certifications such as the CSA STAR, which allows cloud providers to demonstrate compliance with industry standards, and the STAR Certification for third-party validation of security controls. The organization fosters community initiatives through collaborative research projects, working groups, and global summits to address evolving security threats. With regional chapters in Europe and Asia-Pacific, CSA supports the development of localized security standards and emphasizes cross-industry collaboration among cybersecurity experts and cloud providers.