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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)

Importance of cloud computing

Cloud computing has fundamentally changed the way we utilize enterprise digital resources. In most cases, it enables ubiquitous, on-demand access to a shared pool of configurable computing resources hosted by a third party. In most cases, these resources are outsourced, meaning they are provided by third-party companies known as cloud service providers. This shared pool of resources can comprise many distinct elements, including networks, servers, storage, and applications.

Cloud computing networks are typically high-speed connections that link the client’s computer systems with the cloud service provider’s infrastructure. These networks provide the essential data conduit on which information is transported to and from the cloud. They must be robust and reliable to ensure consistent and uninterrupted access to cloud resources.

Servers, another important component of cloud computing, are robust computing infrastructure that stores data...