Episode 54 — Backup & Recovery: Snapshots, Replication and DR in Cloud

Backup and recovery strategies have evolved dramatically in the cloud, where snapshots, replication, and disaster recovery services are built into most platforms. This episode explores these options in depth, showing how snapshots can provide point-in-time recovery, while replication across regions supports continuity during major outages. Disaster recovery planning in the cloud focuses not only on tools but also on aligning recovery objectives with business requirements, such as Recovery Time Objectives (RTO) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPO).

The CCSP exam often integrates backup and recovery into case-based questions, testing whether you can match the right solution to the required level of protection. We also discuss how cloud services can make backup deceptively simple, but configuration errors—like failing to encrypt backups or enforce retention policies—can undermine security. Mastering these practices prepares you to ensure resilience both in the exam and in professional practice. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com.