Incident Management and Incident Response Plans
An Incident Response Plan (IRP) is one of the most important components of incident management. An IRP determines the activities to be carried out in the event of an incident. It includes different processes for handling the incident along with the assigned roles and responsibilities of staff to manage the incident.
Elements of the IRP
A security manager should understand the following stages for the development of an IRP.
Preparation
The detailed preparation of an IRP helps in smooth execution. The following activities are carried out in the preparation phase:
- Defining processes to handle incidents
- Developing the criteria for deciding the severity of incidents
- Developing a communication plan for stakeholders
- Developing processes to activate the incident management team
Identification and Triage
In this phase, the emphasis is on identification and a detailed analysis of the incident. The following...
