Incident Management

Incident management refers to the process of identifying, managing, and resolving security incidents within an organization. It involves the systematic approach of detecting, responding to, mitigating, and recovering from security events that could potentially impact the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of information or systems. The goal of incident management is to minimize the impact of security incidents, prevent their recurrence, and ensure the organization’s overall cybersecurity resilience.

The Computer Security Incident Handling Guide, NIST SP 800-61, offers a structured approach to incident management, delineating the following essential steps in the process:

1. Preparation
   1. Craft a comprehensive policy that delineates the organization’s strategic approach to incident response, defining its scope, objectives, and guiding principles.
   2. Assemble a dedicated team with clearly defined roles and responsibilities, ensuring diverse...