What Is Network Cloud Security?

**Executive Summary:** This SecurityScorecard overview outlines the limitations of traditional on-premises network security in cloud environments, describes essential cloud network security components (segmentation, traffic inspection, identity and access management), recommends best practices (establish visibility, adopt zero trust, automate with orchestration, monitor third-party risk, and maintain continuous compliance), and highlights how SecurityScorecard’s tools and services help organizations monitor and improve cloud security posture.