Zero Trust Architecture in Cloud-Native Environments: Implementation Strategies & Best Practices |
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| © 2025 by IJCTT Journal | ||
| Volume-73 Issue-4 |
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| Year of Publication : 2025 | ||
| Authors : Saurabh Verma | ||
| DOI : 10.14445/22312803/IJCTT-V73I4P114 | ||
How to Cite?
Saurabh Verma, "Zero Trust Architecture in Cloud-Native Environments: Implementation Strategies & Best Practices," International Journal of Computer Trends and Technology, vol. 73, no. 4, pp. 102-107, 2025. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/22312803/IJCTT-V73I4P114
Abstract
This article examines Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) implementation in cloud-native environments. Traditional security models fail to protect modern distributed systems. They trust everything inside a network perimeter. Cloud-native applications demand a new approach. ZTA follows the "never trust, always verify" principle. It requires continuous verification for all users, devices and services. The paper explores major security challenges in cloud-native systems. These include expanded attack surfaces, identity management issues and secret protection problems. It presents practical implementation strategies across multiple levels. These include microservices security, Kubernetes protection and identity management solutions. The article provides DevOps teams with actionable best practices. It emphasizes shift-left security, infrastructure as code and continuous monitoring. Emerging trends like AI-driven security and quantum-safe encryption shape ZTA's future. Real-world examples demonstrate successful implementations. Organizations should start small, focus on identity first and implement micro segmentation gradually. Zero Trust naturally aligns with cloud-native systems. Both embrace automation and scalability. This security model enables innovation without compromising protection. It offers reduced attack surfaces, limited breach impacts and increased compliance. For successful cloud-native deployments, Zero Trust Architecture provides the strongest security foundation.
Keywords
Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud-Native, Cybersecurity, Identity-Management, Zero-Trust-Architecture.
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