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IT Audit Field Manual

You're reading from   IT Audit Field Manual Strengthen your cyber defense through proactive IT auditing

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Product type Paperback
Published in Sep 2024
Publisher Packt
ISBN-13 9781835467930
Length 336 pages
Edition 1st Edition
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Lewis Heuermann Lewis Heuermann
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Table of Contents (18) Chapters Close

Preface 1. Part 1: Foundations of IT Auditing FREE CHAPTER
2. Chapter 1: Introduction to IT Auditing 3. Chapter 2: Audit Planning and Preparation 4. Part 2: Auditing IT Systems and Networks
5. Chapter 3: Cisco Switches and Routers: Access Methods and Security Assessments 6. Chapter 4: Next-Generation Firewall Auditing 7. Chapter 5: Cloud Security Auditing 8. Chapter 6: Endpoint Security: Windows 10 and Windows 11 9. Chapter 7: Linux Systems Auditing 10. Chapter 8: Wireless Access Points and Storage Technology Auditing 11. Chapter 9: Data Protection and Privacy Considerations 12. Chapter 10: Reporting and Remediation 13. Chapter 11: Advanced Topics in IT Auditing 14. Chapter 12: Building an IT Audit Career 15. Index 16. Other Books You May Enjoy Appendix: Conclusion and Future Outlook

To get the most out of this book

To get the most out of this book, you should have a basic understanding of IT concepts and be familiar with common networking terms. Knowing some cybersecurity principles and having experience with IT infrastructure will also be helpful. This book is designed for readers with a beginner to intermediate technical background who are eager to learn more about IT auditing.

Software/hardware covered in the book

OS requirements

Cisco IOS

Cisco devices

Debian Linux

Linux

Microsoft Defender

Windows

Before you begin, ensure that you have access to a computer with the necessary operating systems and software mentioned in the book. It’s recommended to have administrative privileges to install and configure any required tools. Additionally, make sure to update all your software to the latest versions to avoid compatibility issues.

Remember, IT auditing is a dynamic field that evolves rapidly. Some details about these software approaches may change quickly. Stay curious and keep updating your knowledge and skills to stay ahead in your career.

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