Explore cloud security concepts and best practices in this 51-minute conference talk from Louisville InfoSec 2013. Delve into the fundamentals of cloud computing, its unique characteristics, and the security challenges it presents. Learn about essential security measures such as two-factor authentication, security groups, and encryption. Discover strategies for maintaining control over your cloud environment, including creating gold images, implementing change processes, and adopting a DevOps mentality. Examine real-world security incidents like the Verizon data breach and discuss methods for keeping enterprise environments secure. Gain insights into cloud-specific concerns, attack mitigation techniques, and the importance of backups. Understand how cloud adoption can impact cash flow, metrics, and server efficiency. Conclude with a Q&A session addressing audience inquiries about cloud security.