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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

This chapter provided insights into why and how Zero Trust has emerged as a cornerstone in contemporary information security practices. Beginning with its historical context, we traced the evolution of Zero Trust from its inception to the present day. As traditional perimeter-based security models become increasingly inadequate, the chapter illustrated the need for organizations to pivot to the Zero Trust model. Finally, the fundamental pillars that define and support Zero Trust were explored, offering you a comprehensive understanding of the pillars and the components that comprise the pillars. For more information on the topic of Zero Trust, refer the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s Zero Trust Maturity Model, the Department of Defense Zero Trust Strategy and Roadmap, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Zero Trust Architecture. The next chapter will discuss Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM). This topic...