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UCSF IT Cloud Services provides AWS and Azure services and they are available under the offering titled Secure Enterprise Cloud (SEC). The SEC is comprised of a core platform of services that integrate the AWS cloud into the UCSF network as well as the security tools needed to deliver a secure computing environment. Using the cloud services available under the SEC allows you to conduct your cloud-based research needs in a safe and secure way.

Services

  1. Secure Enterprise Cloud (SEC): The Core Platform is provided via a separate AWS account/Azure Subscription provisioned for groups and labs who have staff to support their own IT and infrastructure needs. Individuals who wish to use the SEC Core Platform must access their cloud console from the UCSF network. If you are a department wishing to access compute resources for your cloud or hybrid architecture or to provide a cloud based secure service, or if you are a lab looking to develop custom computing pipelines, this may be the option for you. This account is secured according to UCSF policy for sensitive data. Access is granted using UCSF single sign-on and restricted to individuals who have an active directory account. This type of account is provisioned for departments and labs who have staff to support their own IT and infrastructure needs. For more information from UCSF IT and how to gain access to services on this platform, Request a Consult.
     
  2. Other vendor cloud services: Vendor cloud services must be purchased through via BearBuy by following the UCSF Campus Supply Chain Management (SCM) Buying Software and Cloud Computing process. This process will guide you through the proper contracting and security risk assessment requirements with the vendor.

Directions

  1. Review the current cloud options at UCSF.
  2. For advice on developing a cloud-based application, request a consult here.
  3. To request an UCSF Secure Enterprise Cloud account, request a consult here.
  4. To purchase a vendor cloud service outside of UCSF Secure Enterprise Cloud (SEC), follow the Buying Software and Cloud Computing process.

Support

For any questions or additional support, please contact the cloud team at [email protected].