Google Cloud’s Approach to Security
This chapter will help readers understand some of the foundational principles of security in the cloud space, particularly Google Cloud. We’ll go over things such as the shared responsibility model, understand the differences between Google’s approach to security relative to other providers, and dig into the threats to privacy. Lastly, we’ll explore how to properly control and manage cloud resources.
After completing this chapter, you will be able to do the following:
- Understand the core concepts of securing a cloud environment and data privacy
- Describe the security benefits of using Google Cloud
- Identify today’s top cybersecurity challenges and threats to data privacy
- Describe important controls for managing and securing cloud resources
The chapter covers the following topics:
- Security fundamentals
- Overview of the shared responsibility model
- The benefits and differentiators...
