CSA STAR for AI
Building AI trust upon STAR’s proven foundations.
Now is the Time for AI Security Assurance
AI is already embedded in our lives and businesses, with adoption accelerating across sectors. While initial frameworks and regulations exist, they remain largely unrefined and under-adopted. To meet this moment, CSA is extending its globally recognized STAR Program to AI.
STAR for AI provides a security controls framework, AI safety pledge, and certification program tailored for AI systems. It delivers a transparent, expert-driven, and consensus-based mechanism for organizations to assess, demonstrate, and ensure AI trustworthiness.
Get InvolvedWhat is STAR for AI?
Building on the world’s most complete cloud assurance program with over 3,400 assessments globally, CSA’s STAR Registry is expanding to include AI services. STAR for AI draws from the Cloud Controls Matrix to offer an authoritative foundation for measuring and communicating AI assurance.
Whether you’re an AI model, platform, orchestrator or application provider—or a cloud or SaaS provider—STAR for AI equips you with what you need to showcase alignment with recognized AI controls, build credible and transparent AI security programs, and validate the AI services you use or provide.
Why are we building STAR for AI? Simple: Within our community, what we hear is a request to support the controlled adoption of GenAI services and the governance of its cybersecurity and safety. We need a mechanism to measure trustworthiness, and CSA is committed to delivering a solution.
Daniele Cattedu
CTO, Cloud Security Alliance (CSA)
CTO, Cloud Security Alliance (CSA)
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Levels of STAR for AI
STAR for AI offers a pathway for validating AI safety and governance, from self-assessments to ISO/IEC 42001. Learn more in this STAR for AI FAQ.
STAR for AI Level 1
A foundational STAR for AI designation earned by completing and submitting the AI-CAIQ self-assessment to the STAR Registry.
Download the AICM + AI-CAIQ
STAR for AI Level 1 (Valid-AI-ted)
An enhanced version of STAR for AI Level 1, earned when an organization’s AI-CAIQ passes the Valid-AI-ted automated system. It shows structured, explainable scoring and higher transparency.
Learn more about Valid-AI-ted
STAR for AI Level 2
The advanced STAR for AI designation requires both a third-party ISO/IEC 42001 certification and a Valid-AI-ted AI-CAIQ. It demonstrates global AI compliance, safety, and operational transparency.
Learn more about STAR for AI Level 2The Key Components of STAR for AI
Explore ways to demonstrate your organization’s AI safety and security with CSA:
STAR for AI Level 2 (Now Available)
The STAR for AI Level 2 designation builds on the ISO/IEC 42001 framework and integrates CSA’s AI Controls Matrix (AICM). By submitting an ISO/IEC 42001 certification and a Valid-AI-ted AI-CAIQ to the STAR Registry, organizations demonstrate global AI compliance and operational transparency. This new designation brings third-party-verified AI assurance to the STAR program alongside traditional cloud certification.
AI Trustworthy Pledge
The AI Trustworthy Pledge outlines a set of high-level AI safety principles that organizations can commit to. By signing the pledge, your organization signals its commitment to developing and supporting trustworthy AI. It also serves as a precursor to STAR for AI Level 1—referred to as STAR Self Assessment—launching later this year.
Join the growing list of organizations leading the way. Sign the pledge and get recognized.
AI Controls Matrix
The AI Controls Matrix (AICM) is a framework of controls for developing, deploying, and operating AI systems responsibly. Built on CSA’s Cloud Controls Matrix (CCM), it maps to leading standards including ISO 42001, ISO 27001, NIST AI RMF 1.0, BSI AIC4, and other global standards.
Trusted AI Safety Expert (TAISE) Certificate
Coming soon -Developed by the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) and Northeastern University, this certificate equips professionals to lead the safe, secure, and responsible development and deployment of AI systems. The industry-leading credential covers the full AI lifecycle from generative AI fundamentals and architecture to governance, risk management, privacy, and cloud security.
Join the Global Push for AI Accountability
Interested in taking the AI Trustworthy Pledge? Submit your email to receive access to the pledge. Once completed, you'll receive your official digital badge and have your organization's logo featured on our website.
