Principles of Information Security

• Author : Michael E. Whitman,Herbert J. Mattord
• Publisher : Cengage Learning
• Release : 01 January 2011

The fourth edition of Principles of Information Security explores the field of information security and assurance with updated content including new innovations in technology and methodologies. Students will revel in the comprehensive coverage that includes a historical overview of information security, discussions on risk management and security technology, current certification information, and more. The text builds on internationally-recognized standards and bodies of knowledge to provide the knowledge and skills students need for their future roles as business decision-makers. Information security

• Author : David Alexander,Andy Taylor,Amanda Finch,David Sutton
• Publisher : BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT
• Release : 07 December 2021

In today’s technology-driven environment, there is an ever-increasing demand for information delivery. A compromise has to be struck between security and availability. This book is a pragmatic guide to information assurance for both business professionals and technical experts. The second edition includes the security of cloud-based resources and the contents have been revised to reflect the changes to the BCS Certification in Information Security Management Principles which the book supports.

• Author : Michael E. Whitman,Herbert J. Mattord
• Publisher : Cengage Learning
• Release : 06 July 2021

Discover the latest trends, developments and technology in information security today with Whitman/Mattord's market-leading PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION SECURITY, 7th Edition. Designed specifically to meet the needs of those studying information systems, this edition's balanced focus addresses all aspects of information security, rather than simply offering a technical control perspective. This overview explores important terms and examines what is needed to manage an effective information security program. A new module details incident response and detection strategies. In addition, current, relevant

• Author : Michael E. Whitman,Herbert J. Mattord
• Publisher : Cengage Learning
• Release : 26 November 2014

Specifically oriented to the needs of information systems students, PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION SECURITY, 5e delivers the latest technology and developments from the field. Taking a managerial approach, this bestseller teaches all the aspects of information security-not just the technical control perspective. It provides a broad review of the entire field of information security, background on many related elements, and enough detail to facilitate understanding of the topic. It covers the terminology of the field, the history of the discipline, and

• Author : Michael E. Whitman,Herbert J. Mattord
• Publisher : Cengage Learning
• Release : 19 January 2010

Management of Information Security, Third Edition focuses on the managerial aspects of information security and assurance. Topics covered include access control models, information security governance, and information security program assessment and metrics. Coverage on the foundational and technical components of information security is included to reinforce key concepts. This new edition includes up-to-date information on changes in the field such as revised sections on national and international laws and international standards like the ISO 27000 series. With these updates, Management of

• Author : Hossein Bidgoli
• Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
• Release : 13 March 2006

The Handbook of Information Security is a definitive 3-volume handbook that offers coverage of both established and cutting-edge theories and developments on information and computer security. The text contains 180 articles from over 200 leading experts, providing the benchmark resource for information security, network security, information privacy, and information warfare.

• Author : Michael E. Whitman,Herbert J. Mattord
• Publisher : Cengage Learning
• Release : 09 May 2018

MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION SECURITY, Sixth Edition prepares you to become an information security management practitioner able to secure systems and networks in a world where continuously emerging threats, ever-present attacks and the success of criminals illustrate the weaknesses in current information technologies. You'll develop both the information security skills and practical experience that organizations are looking for as they strive to ensure more secure computing environments. The text focuses on key executive and managerial aspects of information security. It also

• Author : Detmar W. Straub,Seymour E. Goodman,Richard Baskerville
• Publisher : M.E. Sharpe
• Release : 07 December 2021

This volume in the Advances in Management Information Systems series covers the managerial landscape of information security.

• Author : Theo Tryfonas
• Publisher : Springer
• Release : 04 July 2016

This book constitutes the proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Human Aspects of Information Security, Privacy, and Trust, HAS 2016, held as part of the 18th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCII 2016, held in Toronto, ON, Canada, in July 2016 and received a total of 4354 submissions, of which 1287 papers were accepted for publication after a careful reviewing process. These papers address the latest research and development efforts and highlight the human aspects of design and use of computing systems. The papers

• Author : Michael E. Whitman,Herbert J. Mattord,Andrew Green
• Publisher : Cengage Learning
• Release : 19 April 2013

PRINCIPLES OF INCIDENT RESPONSE & DISASTER RECOVERY, 2nd Edition presents methods to identify vulnerabilities within computer networks and the countermeasures that mitigate risks and damage. From market-leading content on contingency planning, to effective techniques that minimize downtime in an emergency, to curbing losses after a breach, this text is the resource needed in case of a network intrusion. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

• Author : Michael E. Whitman,Herbert J. Mattord
• Publisher : Cengage Learning
• Release : 18 October 2013

MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION SECURITY, Fourth Edition gives readers an overview of information security and assurance using both domestic and international standards, all from a management perspective. Beginning with the foundational and technical components of information security, this edition then focuses on access control models, information security governance, and information security program assessment and metrics. The Fourth Edition is revised and updated to reflect changes in the field, including the ISO 27000 series, so as to prepare readers to succeed in the

• Author : DHIREN R. PATEL
• Publisher : PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.
• Release : 22 April 2008

This book offers a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental aspects of Information Security (including Web, Networked World, Systems, Applications, and Communication Channels). Security is also an essential part of e-business strategy (including protecting critical infrastructures that depend on information systems) and hence information security in the enterprise (Government, Industry, Academia, and Society) and over networks has become the primary concern. The book provides the readers with a thorough understanding of how information can be protected throughout computer networks. The concepts

• Author : Dwayne Williams,Roger Davis,Chuck Cothren,Greg White,Wm. Arthur Conklin
• Publisher : McGraw-Hill Education
• Release : 29 December 2015

Written by leading information security educators, this fully revised, full-color computer security textbook covers CompTIA’s fastest-growing credential, CompTIA Security+. Principles of Computer Security, Fourth Edition is a student-tested, introductory computer security textbook that provides comprehensive coverage of computer and network security fundamentals in an engaging and dynamic full-color design. In addition to teaching key computer security concepts, the textbook also fully prepares you for CompTIA Security+ exam SY0-401 with 100% coverage of all exam objectives. Each chapter begins with

• Author : Andy Taylor,David Alexander,Amanda Finch,David Sutton
• Publisher : BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT
• Release : 31 October 2019

In today's technology-driven environment, there is an ever-increasing demand for information delivery. A compromise has to be struck between security and availability. This book is a pragmatic guide to information assurance for both business professionals and technical experts. The third edition has been updated to reflect changes in the IT security landscape and updates to the BCS Certification in Information Security Management Principles, which the book supports.

• Author : John R. Vacca
• Publisher : Morgan Kaufmann
• Release : 04 May 2009

Presents information on how to analyze risks to your networks and the steps needed to select and deploy the appropriate countermeasures to reduce your exposure to physical and network threats. Also imparts the skills and knowledge needed to identify and counter some fundamental security risks and requirements, including Internet security threats and measures (audit trails IP sniffing/spoofing etc.) and how to implement security policies and procedures. In addition, this book covers security and network design with respect to particular