Summary
In this chapter, you explored how audits function in cloud computing. You started by examining internal and external audit controls, outlining their specific roles and applications. You gained an understanding of the impact of audit requirements and the unique challenges presented by virtualization and cloud technologies.
You also learned about various types of audit reports and their limitations in the cloud. The chapter discussed gap analysis. Furthermore, you delved into policies such as organization, functional, and cloud computing policies.
You also learned about specialized compliance requirements for highly regulated industries such as NERC CIP and HIPAA. Finally, you examined the transformative effects of distributed IT in cloud computing, uncovering both challenges and opportunities within the audit landscape.
