Basics of cloud security control framework

here’s a more detailed list of specific security controls you could consider implementing for each of the areas outlined in the security control framework:

1. Identity and Access Management:

• Use Azure Active Directory (AAD) for user authentication and authorization.
• Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all user accounts that access Azure and Office 365 resources.
• Use role-based access control (RBAC) to control user access to specific resources and actions.
• Implement Azure Active Directory Privileged Identity Management (PIM) to control and monitor access to high-privileged accounts.
• Configure password policies to enforce strong passwords and regular password changes.
• Regularly review and audit user accounts and access permissions to ensure they are up-to-date and authorized.
• Implement conditional access policies to ensure access is granted only to approved devices and networks.
• Use Azure Active Directory Identity Protection to identify and remediate suspicious sign-ins and potential security risks.

2. Network Security:

• Use Azure Virtual Networks to segment your network and control traffic flow.
• Implement Azure Network Security Groups (NSGs) to filter network traffic and control access to specific resources.
• Use Azure Firewall or other third-party firewalls to monitor and block malicious traffic.
• Implement Azure DDoS Protection to protect against distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks.
• Use Azure Bastion for secure remote access to Azure resources.
• Configure network monitoring and logging to identify and respond to suspicious activity.
• Use Azure Virtual Network Service Endpoints and Private Link for secure access to Azure PaaS services.

3. Endpoint Security:

• Implement endpoint protection software (such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint) to protect against malware and other threats.
• Configure device management policies to control device settings, such as encryption requirements and app installations.
• Implement regular patching and software updates to ensure endpoints are secure and up-to-date.
• Use mobile device management (MDM) or mobile application management (MAM) policies to manage mobile devices that access Azure and Office 365 resources.
• Implement device encryption and data loss prevention (DLP) policies to protect sensitive data on endpoints.
• Use Windows Defender Application Control to prevent unauthorized code execution.

4. Data Protection:

• Implement Azure Storage Service Encryption to encrypt data at rest.
• Use Azure Key Vault to manage encryption keys and secrets.
• Implement Azure Information Protection to classify and protect sensitive data.
• Configure data loss prevention (DLP) policies to prevent sensitive data from leaving your organization.
• Regularly review and audit data access and permissions to ensure they are up-to-date and authorized.
• Use Azure Backup or Azure Site Recovery to protect against data loss or corruption.

5. Monitoring and Incident Response:

• Use Microsoft Defender for Cloud to monitor your environment for security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Configure alerts and notifications for suspicious activity, such as failed login attempts or changes to critical resources.
• Implement Azure Sentinel or other security information and event management (SIEM) tools to collect and analyze security events.
• Establish incident response plans and procedures to respond quickly and effectively to security incidents.
• Regularly review and update your incident response plans based on new threats and emerging risks.
• Use Azure Monitor to monitor performance and availability of your Azure resources.

6. Compliance and Governance:

• Use Azure Policy to enforce compliance with industry standards, such as HIPAA or PCI DSS.
• Implement Microsoft Compliance Manager to identify and address compliance issues.
• Use Azure Sentinel or other compliance tools to perform regular compliance audits.
• Establish governance policies and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Regularly review and update your compliance posture based on new regulatory requirements or changes to your environment.