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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)

Laying a Foundation for Information and Data Security

Safeguarding sensitive information and critical data has emerged as a critical concern for organizations across diverse sectors. With the relentless proliferation of cyber threats, laying a solid foundation for information and data security has become essential in modern business practices. This chapter discusses the fundamental aspects of constructing an effective information security program, by examining the need for an information security program, optimizing development through utilizing existing frameworks, identifying key success factors for information security program success, and establishing effective information security policies.

The following topics will be covered in this chapter:

  • Developing a comprehensive information security program
  • Leveraging existing frameworks instead of building from scratch
  • Essential factors for information security program success
  • Information security policies
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