Definition[]
A cloud auditor is
| “ | a party that can perform an independent examination of cloud service controls with the intent to express an opinion thereon. Audits are performed to verify conformance to standards through a review of objective evidence. A cloud auditor can evaluate the services provided by a cloud provider such as security controls, privacy impact, and performance.[1] | ” |
References[]
- ↑ NIST Special Publication 500-293, at 21.