Customer Overview
A pioneering fintech enterprise spanning North America, Asia, and Europe, generating $500M+ annually through digital payment platforms and banking services. Driving financial inclusion worldwide, secure and compliant operations remain vital to safeguard customers and sustain global growth.
Challenges & Objectives
Operating in a complex multi-cloud environment with multiple cloud service providers, the FinTech innovator faced inconsistencies in security configurations. This lack of standardization created visibility gaps, compliance risks, and potential vulnerabilities. The client needed a structured approach to continuously assess, prioritize, and address this cloud security risks without hindering its agility in financial operations. Additionally, strict adherence to financial sector regulations and best practices (e.g., CSA STAR, NIST) posed a further challenge, demanding specialized cloud security expertise.
Solutions & Approach
SecnSure began by conducting a Cloud Security Posture Assessment (CSPA) to evaluate configurations, identity and access controls, and regulatory alignment across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Recognizing the varied demands of a multi-cloud setup, a risk-based strategy was implemented to prioritize critical vulnerabilities, ensuring alignment with CSA STAR, NIST, and other relevant standards.Security automation and continuous monitoring were introduced to enable real-time threat detection and streamlined response. A strategic roadmap outlined short-, medium-, and long-term remediation activities, and close collaboration with CloudOps and Engineering teams ensured effective mitigation and sustained compliance.
Value Delivered
“A risk-based multi-cloud security strategy resolved critical misconfigurations 40% faster than before, reducing incident escalation rates by 25%. This comprehensive posture assessment—aligned with CSA STAR and NIST—instilled greater confidence among global financial partners, fostering new partnership opportunities. The fintech innovator also gained the ability to continuously monitor and address vulnerabilities without hindering development speed. By mapping short-, medium-, and long-term goals, leadership secured a clear roadmap for future growth, enhancing the company’s reputation as a trusted player in digital banking services.
“We’ve significantly boosted trust with our clients and regulators,” said the CIO.”