# Security foundations
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| TELCOSEC01: Is your network compatible with the telecom industry and regulatory requirements? | 
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 Telecom networks must comply with industry specifications and local regulatory requirements to demonstrate a commitment to security and build customer trust. This question focuses on how the organization verifies its network and operations adhere to the relevant mandates in its serving regions. 

**Topics**
+ [TELCOSEC01-BP01 Follow the industry standards and local regulations to host telecom networks in the cloud, demonstrating a security commitment](telcosec01-bp01.md)
+ [TELCOSEC01-BP02 Encrypt data at-rest and sensitive traffic (control plane, data plane) using secure VPNs and custom encryption keys](telcosec01-bp02.md)