Discussion 1: "Identify as a Service (IaaS)"
- First e-Activity, Go to the Security Assertion Markup Language's (SAML) Website. Take note of the security risks or benefits of using SAML in the cloud. Be prepared to discuss.
- Second e-Activity, Go to the Open Cloud Manifesto's Website and read their manifesto located at www.opencloudmanifesto.org. Be prepared to discuss.
- Third e-Activity, Go to the ACM Digital Library's Website and read "Cloud Computing and Electricity: Beyond the Utility Model"
Respond to the following:
1. From the first e-Activity, examine how frameworks like Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) afford improved identity protection in the cloud. Alternatively, assess the security challenges that SAML presents to organizations.
2. From the second e-Activity, examine the goals of this manifesto as they relate to a federated cloud environment. Determine whether you are for or against the outlined goals in a federated approach. Support your position with an explanation.
Discussion 2: "Data Storage in the Cloud"
Respond to the following:
1. Imagine that you are the CIO of a multinational consumer-based organization that has redundant servers across the globe. Examine three regulatory challenges you may face. Propose the technical or operational approaches that you would use to mitigate these factors.
2. From the third e-Activity, examine the possible innovations that cloud computing has yet to realize in organizations. Provide at least three recommendations that you could suggest to a CEO that would invoke disruptive change to an organization.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.