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Focus on business alignment, engagement, and support using risk-based methodologies

Establish organizational communication and collaboration emphasizing a culture of security

Implement information security program, cybersecurity hygiene, and architectural and engineering best practices

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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.

Who is this book for?

This book is for information security professionals looking to understand critical success factors needed to build a successful, business-aligned information security program. Additionally, this book is well suited for anyone looking to understand key aspects of an information security program and how it should be implemented within an organization. If you’re looking for an end-to-end guide to information security and risk analysis with no prior knowledge of this domain, then this book is for you.

What you will learn

Introduce information security program best practices to your organization

Leverage guidance on compliance with industry standards and regulations

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Integrate information security architecture and engineering principles across the systems development and engineering life cycle

Understand cloud computing, Zero Trust, and supply chain risk management

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Vedant Gavde Nov 10, 2023

This book is a must for all blue team professionals.

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Brandon Lachterman Nov 09, 2023

The author does a great job presenting what can be a complex subject in a practical, top-down approach that will leave you rethinking your strategies for tackling proper security procedures in your organization.

Amazon Customer Apr 07, 2024

Securing IT Infrastructure: A Comprehensive Guide to Cybersecurity and Enterprise Planning" is an insightful and practical book that delves deep into the foundational principles of securing digital assets. Authored with expertise and clarity, the book emphasizes the importance of a robust cybersecurity framework, covering essential strategies such as prevention, detection, and response to combat modern cyber threats.The Dr. Death's thorough exploration and easy to read of cybersecurity measures, including the deployment of firewalls, antivirus software, encryption protocols, and regular security audits, offers valuable insights for both beginners and seasoned professionals in the field. Moreover, the inclusion of employee training on cybersecurity best practices and the establishment of an effective incident response plan adds a practical dimension to the book, making it a comprehensive resource for enhancing IT security posture.In parallel, the book addresses the crucial aspect of enterprise planning, highlighting the strategic alignment of IT initiatives with overarching business objectives. Through strategic prioritization of IT investments, risk assessment, and optimized resource allocation, readers gain a clear understanding of how to enhance operational efficiency while safeguarding against emerging cyber threats. Overall, "Securing IT Infrastructure" is a must-read for anyone seeking to navigate the complex landscape of cybersecurity and enterprise planning effectively.Looking forward to more from this author.EjRoleyPrincipal Enterprise ArchitectInfoSec/Fintech/Utilities

Raymond Nov 09, 2023

A great book that would do well as an augmentation to a book aligning with Security+. This reads well and the sections on Testing and Monitoring Business Continuity / Recovery Planning and Incident response offer some greater practical information that fills in the gaps in the security certification books. A great augmentation to the ISC2 Certifiedin Cybersecurity certification as well as Sec+ curriculum.

Travis DeForge Mar 24, 2024

This book in my mind sits right in-between Security+ and CISSP in terms of the knowledge level it is best aligned with. It does a really good job covering major focus points of a true information security program like integrating continuous testing into the software development lifecycle, developing a SOC, cloud security considerations and much more. While each chapter could warrant it's own book in itself; the goal isn't to become a subject matter expert in any nuanced area but instead to understand the bigger picture of how it all fits together.

Information Security Handbook: Enhance your proficiency in information security program development , Second Edition

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