Learn about the emerging "vendor-managed-deployment" model in this 26-minute conference talk where SaaS providers install and maintain cloud infrastructure directly in your environment. Explore how this deployment option differs from traditional integration patterns and understand when the operational and cost benefits may outweigh the security risks for your organization. Examine the key security challenges introduced by this paradigm, including expanded cloud attack surface, elevated third-party access requirements, and redefined insider threat considerations. Discover practical strategies for risk mitigation during both initial deployment phases and ongoing maintenance, along with essential security considerations to evaluate before adopting this increasingly popular cloud deployment model that vendors use to differentiate themselves in competitive markets.