Have you hired any staff specifically for cloud security?
Yes - one18%
Yes - multiple63%
No, but we might in the future14%
No3%
Not sure
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If two RFP bids are neck-to-neck on core requirements, which factor becomes the ultimate tie-breaker?
Proven outcomes – Documented success stories and measurable KPIs38%
Implementation confidence – Detailed plan, risk mitigation, and resource readiness46%
Total cost – Clear TCO, price protections, and exit terms38%
Innovation & future readiness – Ability to scale, adapt, and support emerging needs15%
Vendor relationship strength – Cultural fit, governance model, and executive commitment13%
What topics would you like to learn more about / be most likely to attend a webinar on?
Ransomware / Malware / Phishing33%
Privacy27%
Cloud Security57%
Network Security34%
Zero Trust vs. VPN33%
Remote Workforce Security28%
Seamless User Experience16%
Legal and Regulatory Compliance8%
'Cloud security' is a term which now encompasses lots of skillsets. Skillsets that now need to be considered are:
1. Securing cloud accounts / subscriptions requiring knowledge of the security and reliability pillars of 'Well Architected Frameworks'.
2. Tools that secure the boundaries of cloud accounts/subscriptions i.e. Firewalls, WAFs, Micro segmentation, CASB/CAASM etc.
3. Knowledge of security best practices for workloads and shared responsibility model for IaaS, PaaS, SaaS etc.
4. Knowledge of secure software development lifecycle (S-SDLC) if you intend to engage with active software development on the cloud platform.
While you consider hiring the staff, chances of one guy having knowledge of all of the above and more should be considered. I know I haven't answered your poll query but thought of highlighting the complexities behind hiring decisions related to 'cloud security'.