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We need to help The CEO of PLS who has asked for your opinion of moving all IT resources to the cloud and contracting with MSSPs for security.

He wants to migrate all IT functions to the cloud. He argues that the company can downsize the IT staff as well as eliminate the need to purchase hardware and software on a regular cycle.

The CEO also wants to outsource all security functions to MSSPs (Managed Security Service Providers).

The current CIO supports a migration to the cloud but only for selected services and is opposed to using MSSPs for security.

In 450 words or more

Outline the advantages and disadvantages of each side of the argument (the CEO’s vs. the CIO’s), and

give your recommendation and the reasons for your recommendation.