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CSA STAR Cloud Security Certification

Cloud security assurance through CSA STAR certification levels 1-3. Demonstrate comprehensive cloud security excellence and build customer trust.

CSA STAR Certification Levels

Progressive certification levels that demonstrate increasing maturity and assurance in cloud security management.

1

CSA STAR Level 1

Self-Assessment

Open self-assessment based on Cloud Controls Matrix (CCM) and Consensus Assessments Initiative Questionnaire (CAIQ).

  • Free registration and assessment
  • Public registry listing
  • CCM-based control documentation
  • CAIQ questionnaire completion
2

CSA STAR Level 2

Third-Party Assessment

Independent third-party assessment based on ISO/IEC 27001 or SOC 2 frameworks with CCM integration.

  • Independent auditor assessment
  • ISO 27001 or SOC 2 based
  • CCM controls mapping
  • Annual recertification
3

CSA STAR Level 3

Continuous Monitoring

Continuous monitoring-based assessment demonstrating real-time security posture and maturity.

  • Continuous monitoring program
  • Real-time security metrics
  • Maturity model assessment
  • Enhanced public disclosure

Why Choose CSA STAR Certification?

Demonstrate cloud security excellence and build customer confidence with globally recognized cloud security certification.

Industry Recognition

Globally recognized certification that demonstrates cloud security leadership and best practices.

Customer Confidence

Build customer trust through transparent security assessments and public registry listings.

Competitive Advantage

Differentiate your cloud services with verified security capabilities and transparent reporting.

Security Maturity

Progressive certification levels demonstrate continuous improvement in cloud security maturity.

Compliance Alignment

Align with regulatory requirements and industry standards through comprehensive security frameworks.

Cloud-Native Focus

Purpose-built for cloud environments with controls specifically designed for cloud security challenges.

CSA STAR Implementation Process

Structured approach to achieving CSA STAR certification across all levels.

1

Current State Assessment

Evaluate existing cloud security controls against CCM framework and identify gaps.

2

Level Strategy Planning

Determine appropriate CSA STAR level and develop implementation roadmap.

3

Controls Implementation

Implement required security controls and documentation aligned with CCM requirements.

4

Certification & Maintenance

Complete certification process and establish ongoing maintenance and monitoring programs.

Comprehensive CSA STAR Services

Assessment & Certification Support

  • CCM controls gap analysis
  • CAIQ questionnaire completion
  • Level 2 third-party assessment coordination
  • Level 3 continuous monitoring design
  • Registry submission support

Ongoing Maintenance & Improvement

  • Annual recertification support
  • Security metrics monitoring
  • CCM updates implementation
  • Maturity progression planning
  • Customer communication support

Framework Integration

CSA STAR integrates seamlessly with existing security frameworks and standards.

ISO 27001

SOC 2

NIST Framework

GDPR Compliance

Achieve CSA STAR Cloud Security Excellence

Demonstrate comprehensive cloud security capabilities and build customer trust with CSA STAR certification.