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Cloud Governance and Compliance

Description: This quiz covers the fundamental concepts and practices of Cloud Governance and Compliance.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which framework provides guidance on cloud governance and compliance?

  1. COBIT

  2. ISO/IEC 27001

  3. NIST SP 800-53

  4. HIPAA


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

NIST SP 800-53 is a comprehensive framework that provides guidance on cloud governance and compliance, covering topics such as risk management, security controls, and compliance requirements.

What is the primary responsibility of a Cloud Governance Board?

  1. Managing cloud costs

  2. Developing cloud security policies

  3. Providing technical support to cloud users

  4. Monitoring cloud usage and performance


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Cloud Governance Board is responsible for establishing cloud security policies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and overseeing cloud governance initiatives.

Which compliance standard is specifically designed for healthcare data in the United States?

  1. PCI DSS

  2. GDPR

  3. HIPAA

  4. SOC 2


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) is a federal law that sets standards for protecting the privacy and security of healthcare data in the United States.

What is the purpose of a Cloud Center of Excellence (CCoE)?

  1. Providing cloud training and education

  2. Managing cloud infrastructure

  3. Developing cloud applications

  4. Monitoring cloud security


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A Cloud Center of Excellence (CCoE) is a centralized team that provides cloud training and education, promotes best practices, and supports cloud adoption initiatives.

Which cloud governance model emphasizes shared responsibility between cloud providers and customers?

  1. Centralized Governance

  2. Decentralized Governance

  3. Hybrid Governance

  4. Shared Responsibility Model


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Shared Responsibility Model is a cloud governance model in which cloud providers are responsible for the security of the cloud infrastructure, while customers are responsible for the security of their data and applications.

What is the primary goal of cloud compliance?

  1. Reducing cloud costs

  2. Improving cloud performance

  3. Ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements

  4. Optimizing cloud security


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The primary goal of cloud compliance is to ensure that cloud services and operations adhere to regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Which cloud governance framework focuses on aligning cloud initiatives with business objectives?

  1. COBIT

  2. ISO/IEC 27001

  3. NIST SP 800-53

  4. Cloud Governance Framework (CGF)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Cloud Governance Framework (CGF) is a comprehensive framework that provides guidance on aligning cloud initiatives with business objectives, ensuring compliance, and managing cloud risks.

What is the purpose of a Cloud Compliance Assessment?

  1. Evaluating cloud security controls

  2. Measuring cloud performance

  3. Identifying cloud cost optimization opportunities

  4. Assessing compliance with regulatory requirements


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A Cloud Compliance Assessment is conducted to evaluate an organization's cloud environment and practices against regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Which cloud governance practice involves defining roles and responsibilities for cloud-related activities?

  1. Cloud Risk Management

  2. Cloud Compliance

  3. Cloud Security

  4. Cloud Governance Accountability


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cloud Governance Accountability involves defining roles and responsibilities for cloud-related activities, ensuring that individuals and teams are accountable for their actions and decisions.

What is the purpose of a Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tool?

  1. Managing cloud costs

  2. Monitoring cloud security posture

  3. Developing cloud applications

  4. Providing cloud training and education


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tool is used to continuously monitor and assess an organization's cloud security posture, identifying potential vulnerabilities and misconfigurations.

Which cloud governance principle emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in cloud decision-making?

  1. Cloud Agility

  2. Cloud Cost Optimization

  3. Cloud Security

  4. Cloud Governance Transparency


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cloud Governance Transparency involves ensuring that cloud decision-making is transparent and accountable, with clear communication and documentation of processes and decisions.

What is the primary goal of cloud risk management?

  1. Reducing cloud costs

  2. Improving cloud performance

  3. Identifying and mitigating cloud risks

  4. Optimizing cloud security


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The primary goal of cloud risk management is to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with cloud adoption and usage.

Which cloud governance practice involves establishing policies and procedures for cloud-related activities?

  1. Cloud Risk Management

  2. Cloud Compliance

  3. Cloud Security

  4. Cloud Governance Policy Management


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cloud Governance Policy Management involves establishing policies and procedures for cloud-related activities, ensuring that cloud operations align with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.

What is the purpose of a Cloud Governance Framework?

  1. Managing cloud costs

  2. Improving cloud performance

  3. Providing a structured approach to cloud governance

  4. Optimizing cloud security


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A Cloud Governance Framework provides a structured approach to cloud governance, defining roles, responsibilities, policies, and processes for effective cloud management.

Which cloud governance practice involves monitoring and reporting on cloud usage and performance?

  1. Cloud Risk Management

  2. Cloud Compliance

  3. Cloud Security

  4. Cloud Governance Performance Monitoring


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cloud Governance Performance Monitoring involves monitoring and reporting on cloud usage and performance, ensuring that cloud services are meeting agreed-upon service level agreements (SLAs) and performance targets.

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