Cloud Security Alliance

About Cloud Security Alliance

The Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) is the world’s leading not-for-profit organization committed to awareness, practical implementation, and credentialing of forward-looking cybersecurity topics, including AI, cloud, and Zero Trust. In an era where digital transformation drives business success, CSA stands as the global authority ensuring organizations can operate securely while harnessing cutting-edge technology. Through the 501(c)3 CSAI Foundation, vendor-neutral research, globally-accepted standards, and award-winning education programs that unite technical experts, industry practitioners, and varied associations, governments, chapters, and corporate members across six continents, CSA bridges the gap between innovation and pragmatic security execution. CSA is the home of the industry-staple Cloud Controls Matrix (CCM), AI Controls Matrix (AICM), and Security, Trust, Assurance, and Risk (STAR) program, which help to create a common security language between providers and consumers. CSA also publishes freely accessible research publications, leads influential industry initiatives such as the AI Safety Initiative and Zero Trust Advancement Center, creates vendor-neutral educational offerings for cybersecurity professionals, and hosts high-impact events both around the world and online to help professionals enhance their skills and foster connections. In 2026, CSA launched CSAI, a 501(c)3 non-profit foundation dedicated exclusively to AI security and safety. Collectively, CSA represents a global movement committed to solving the security industry’s problems of both today and tomorrow. Together we can ensure that the cyber space remains secure, trustworthy, and accessible to all. Visit the CSA website to explore educational resources, join the community, and discover how to accelerate your own organization's secure digital transformation: https://www.cloudsecurityalliance.org/