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Information Security Handbook - Second Edition

By : Darren Death
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Information Security Handbook - Second Edition

By: Darren Death

Overview of this book

Information Security Handbook is a practical guide that’ll empower you to take effective actions in securing your organization’s assets. Whether you are an experienced security professional seeking to refine your skills or someone new to the field looking to build a strong foundation, this book is designed to meet you where you are and guide you toward improving your understanding of information security. Each chapter addresses the key concepts, practical techniques, and best practices to establish a robust and effective information security program. You’ll be offered a holistic perspective on securing information, including risk management, incident response, cloud security, and supply chain considerations. This book has distilled years of experience and expertise of the author, Darren Death, into clear insights that can be applied directly to your organization’s security efforts. Whether you work in a large enterprise, a government agency, or a small business, the principles and strategies presented in this book are adaptable and scalable to suit your specific needs. By the end of this book, you’ll have all the tools and guidance needed to fortify your organization’s defenses and expand your capabilities as an information security practitioner.
Table of Contents (16 chapters)

What is information security architecture?

Information security architecture is a coherent and comprehensive framework encompassing well-defined policies, procedures, and guidelines designed to regulate the development, implementation, and ongoing operation of a security architecture across the enterprise IT deployed within an organization.

For the information security architecture to be successful, it must be tightly intertwined with the organization’s mission. This alignment ensures that the architecture supports, rather than hinders, the organization’s stride toward its strategic goals. If the information security architecture program becomes an obstacle, it will inevitably be side-stepped. The consequences of this can be very severe – not only will the effectiveness of the information security architecture be compromised but also the organization’s overall risk profile may increase.

When aligning your information security architecture with your...