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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)

Information security architecture process

An information security architecture program’s effectiveness largely hinges on its harmonization with an organization’s SDLC or SELC. This integration is a critical aspect of the process, aiming to embed information security architecture into an information system as early as possible.

If your organization lacks a well-defined SDLC or SELC process, make it your responsibility to integrate yourself into the initial phases of projects or tasks within your different business operating units. This proactive participation ensures that your knowledge and expertise in information security architecture are integrated from the project’s inception, thus assisting in shaping the project’s trajectory.

This approach ensures that information security architecture is embedded into the information system during the nascent stages. Early integration enables us to better serve the interests of stakeholders and the organization...