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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)

SDLC summary

Integrating security testing throughout an information system’s SDLC is important. This approach helps identify and address potential vulnerabilities, ensuring systems are designed and implemented with security in mind. The following diagram provides a high-level visual representation of some information security testing responsibilities for security professionals in their organization:

Figure 6.2 – High-level representation of information security testing responsibilities

Figure 6.2 – High-level representation of information security testing responsibilities

As you integrate security testing into your organization’s SDLC, consider the following key success factors:

  • Integrate security testing into existing processes: Work with your development and IT teams to incorporate security testing into their existing testing and quality assurance gates. This approach ensures that security is considered at every project stage without imposing an arbitrary schedule that might disrupt the team’s workflow...