Fundamentals of Information Systems Security

Description

Fundamentals of Information System Security provides a comprehensive overview of the essential concepts readers must know as they pursue careers in information systems security. The text opens with a discussion of the new risks, threats, and vulnerabilities associated with the transformation to a digital world, including a look at how business, government, and individuals operate today. Part 2 is adapted from the Official (ISC)2 SSCP Certified Body of Knowledge and presents a high-level overview of each of the seven domains within the System Security Certified Practitioner certification. The book closes with a resource for readers who desire additional material on information security standards, education, professional certifications, and compliance laws. With its practical, conversational writing style and step-by-step examples, this text is a must-have resource for those entering the world of information systems security.

Instructor Materials for Fundamentals of Information System Security include:

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CONTENTS:

Part 1 The Need for Information Security

  Chapter 1 Information Systems Security

  Chapter 2 Changing the Way People and Businesses do Business

  Chapter 3 Malicious Attacks, Threats, and Vulnerabilities

  Chapter 4 The Drivers of Information Security Business

Part 2 The Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP®) Professional Certification from (ISC)2

  Chapter 5 Access Controls

  Chapter 6 Security Operations and Administration

  Chapter 7 Auditing, Testing, and Monitoring

  Chapter 8 Risk, Response, and Recovery

  Chapter 9 Cryptography

  Chapter 10 Networks and Communications

  Chapter 11 Malicious Code and Activity

Part 3 Information Security Standards, Education, Certification, and Laws

  Chapter 12 Information Security Standards

  Chapter 13 Information Security Education and Training

  Chapter 14 Information Security Professional Certifications

  Chapter 15 US Compliance Laws