Accession Number:

ADA581218

Title:

Cyber Security and Reliability in a Digital Cloud

Descriptive Note:

Final rept.

Corporate Author:

DEFENSE SCIENCE BOARD WASHINGTON DC

Personal Author(s):

Report Date:

2013-01-01

Pagination or Media Count:

96.0

Abstract:

This study investigates the suitability of the cloud computing approach for addressing the DoD enterprise and operational computing needs. Over the past few years, DoD has transitioned some of its computing needs to cloud computing data centers. The main factors driving this transition include enhanced mission capabilities, potential reduction in data center costs, and potential improvement in cyber security. This study has investigated these factors in detail and has analyzed the characteristics that should be considered when DoD contemplates moving applications onto cloud computing data centers. The study also investigated ways for the DoD to manage the cyber security risks and benefits associated with cloud computing.

Descriptors:

• *CLOUD COMPUTING
• COMPUTER NETWORK SECURITY
• DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
• RELIABILITY

Subject Categories:

• Computer Systems
• Computer Systems Management and Standards

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE