Principles of Information Security, International Edition

Description

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. Readers 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 in the modern organization is a management issue which technology alone cannot answer; it is a problem that has important economic consequences for which management will be held accountable. Readers can feel confident that they are using a standards-based, content-driven resource to prepare for their work in the field.

1. Information Security: An Introduction. 2. Why Security is Needed. 3. Professional, Legal, and Ethical Issues in Information Security. 4. Risk Management. 5. How to Plan for Security. 6. Security Technology: Wireless, VPNs, and Firewalls. 7. Security Technology: Prevention Systems, Intrusion Detection, and Other Security Tools. 8. Cryptography. 9. Physical Security. 10. How to Implement Information Security. 11. Personnel and Security. 12. Maintenance of Information Security and eDiscovery.