Bridging the Gap: Industry Perspectives and Trends in Cloud Security, and Opportunities for Collaborative Research

Cybersecurity is a rapidly evolving field with an ever-increasing need for innovation and collaboration among industry, academia, and policymakers. [1], [2] surveyed cloud security challenges, emerging threats, and solutions. [3] examines an autonomic management framework for cloud native applications. This paper explores the current industry perspectives and trends in cybersecurity, shedding light on critical challenges faced by organizations. It further emphasizes the importance of fostering collaboration among stakeholders to address these challenges effectively. By identifying research opportunities that lie at the intersection of industry needs and academic expertise, this paper aims to provide a roadmap for advancing cybersecurity in a highly interconnected and digital world.