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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)

Summary

In this chapter, we discussed concepts of cloud security architecture, focusing on considerations for creating a secure and reliable cloud solution tailored to your organization’s specific requirements. Our discussion also encompassed the unique characteristics of cloud computing; the varied service, deployment, and management models adopted by cloud service providers; some critical points concerning cloud application security; and some best practices to address security concerns that may arise. As we transition to the next chapter, we will discuss the concept of zero trust. In the next chapter, we will provide you with an understanding of many of the best practices needed to support a practical understanding of the zero trust framework, focusing on the pillars that comprise the framework.