CCSP Cloud Concepts, Architecture, and Design Practice Question
A company uses a hybrid cloud model where sensitive data resides in a private cloud, while compute-intensive analytics run in a public cloud using anonymized data. What is the primary security consideration for this architecture?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Maintaining consistent security policies and secure connectivity between environments
In hybrid cloud, consistent security policies must apply across both environments, and secure connectivity (e.g., VPN or dedicated connection) is essential to protect data in transit and prevent leakage.
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Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Using the same hypervisor in both clouds
Why it's wrong here
Hypervisor choice is not a primary security consideration.
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Implementing network segmentation only in the public cloud
Why it's wrong here
Segregation should be consistent in both environments.
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Maintaining consistent security policies and secure connectivity between environments
Why this is correct
Correct. Consistent policies and secure connections are critical in hybrid cloud.
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Ensuring the public cloud provider has SOC 2 certification
Why it's wrong here
While important, it's not the primary consideration for the hybrid architecture.
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