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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)

Designing a BCDR plan

A BCDR plan is an indispensable component of your organization’s risk management strategy, acting as a safeguard and helping your organization maintain resilience in the face of potential disasters and disruptions.

Requirements and context gathering – BIA

A BIA is pivotal in supporting BC. The primary goal of a BIA is to collect all pertinent information to facilitate well-informed resource allocation decisions, ultimately contributing to the effective development of appropriate BCPs and DRPs. The BIA process involves several key steps, which, when executed, can significantly enhance an organization’s preparedness.

Inputs to the BIA

The inputs to the BIA come from your business and mission team members, providing valuable information to inform the BCDR process. These inputs encompass various aspects that help develop and prioritize the BCDR plan, as follows:

  • Business process supported: Identifying the business processes...