Too often, system administrators tell me that their organization’s cloud-first strategy is jeopardizing security. Cloud-first strategies increase your organization’s attack surface, they can be difficult to manage and secure. Automation is a critical security practice that helps avoid misconfigurations, ensure consistency, and manage turnover and organizational change. Adopt platforms, tools, and solutions that support hybrid and multicloud environments. Back Up Workloads Least Twice Daily: Be ready to Recover on a Moment’s Notice.”]