Enterprise AI-Powered Cloud Security with Adaptive Risk Intelligence and Zero-Trust Protection Using Context-Aware Intelligence
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.15662/IJARCST.2026.0904001Keywords:
Enterprise Cloud Security, Artificial Intelligence, Adaptive Risk Intelligence, Zero-Trust Architecture, Context-Aware Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cyber Defense, Risk Scoring, Behavioral Analytics, Cloud Computing, Identity Management, Threat Prediction, Security Automation, Multi-Cloud Security, Continuous AuthenticationAbstract
Enterprise cloud environments are increasingly exposed to sophisticated cyber threats due to rapid digital transformation, multi-cloud adoption, and highly distributed system architectures. Traditional security mechanisms that rely on static rules and perimeter-based defenses are no longer sufficient to address dynamic and intelligent attack vectors such as advanced persistent threats, insider attacks, and zero-day exploits. This paper proposes an Enterprise AI-Powered Cloud Security framework that integrates Adaptive Risk Intelligence, Zero-Trust Protection, and Context-Aware Intelligence to provide a proactive, scalable, and resilient cybersecurity model. The framework leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques to continuously assess risk, analyze behavioral patterns, and predict potential security incidents in real time. Adaptive Risk Intelligence enables dynamic risk scoring based on evolving user behavior, device posture, and environmental context. Zero-Trust principles ensure continuous verification of every access request through identity validation, least-privilege enforcement, and micro-segmentation. Context-Aware Intelligence enhances decision-making by incorporating situational factors such as location, time, device health, and network behavior. The integration of these components creates an intelligent, self-adaptive security ecosystem capable of preventing unauthorized access, reducing attack surfaces, and improving incident response efficiency. The proposed model strengthens enterprise cloud security posture while supporting regulatory compliance, operational scalability, and digital transformation initiatives
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