SecSDLC: A Practical Life Cycle Approach for Cloud-based Information Security

Abstract

Cloud computing services offer significant benefits to information technology (IT) systems such as reduced cost and shorter implementation time compared to traditional IT environments. However, the cloud multitenancy and web-enabled architecture creates a complex environment in which to develop and manage information security and compliance programs. At the enterprise level, risk and threat management can be an issue if it fails to protect cloud confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA). In this paper, a practical cloud security system development life cycle (SecSDLC) methodology is proposed to provide a holistic approach to effective and efficient cloud information security. The SecSDLC is based on industry best practices, and widely used and accepted methodologies such as waterfall SDLC, and NIST SP 800-64 revision 2 information security. Our previously developed solutions for cloud intrusion detection and prevention, security system monitoring, secure SLA, and compliance auditing are incorporated into the SecSDLC. A formal methodology is proposed to address concerns regarding cloud security and compliance requirements. The goal is to increase the probability of a successful information security program and reduce the likelihood of missing or inadequate components that may compromise cloud information security.

Authors and Affiliations

Fahad F Alruwaili, T. Aaron Gulliver

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Fahad F Alruwaili, T. Aaron Gulliver (2015). SecSDLC: A Practical Life Cycle Approach for Cloud-based Information Security. International Journal of Research in Computer and Communication Technology, 4(2), -. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-28143