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The Hands-On Information Security Lab Manual, Second Edition allows students to apply the basics of their introductory security knowledge in a hands-on environment with detailed exercises using Windows 2000, XP and Linux. This non-certification based lab manual includes coverage of scanning, OS vulnerability analysis and resolution firewalls, security maintenance, forensics, and more. A full version of the software needed to complete these projects is included on a CD with every text, so instructors can effortlessly set up and run labs to correspond with their classes. The Hands-On Information Security Lab Manual, Second Edition is a suitable resource for introductory, technical and managerial courses, and is the perfect accompaniment to Principles of Information Security, Second Edition and Management of Information Security.

In the Business Continuity State of the Industry Report, authors Herbert Mattord and Michael Whitman provide a comprehensive overview of recent research and news related to business continuity programs. Using the most recent surveys, reports, and research data available, the authors provide an objective analysis of the state of business continuity today. The report covers events that have shaped the industry, including natural, economic, and technological disasters; the perspective of business continuity from top management executives; business continuity job descriptions and compensation data; the legal and regulatory environment; and emerging trends. It brings together what fragmented bits of information are currently available into one easy-to-read document. The Business Continuity State of the Industry Report is a part of Elsevier's Security Executive Council Risk Management Portfolio, a collection of real world solutions and "how-to" guidelines that equip executives, practitioners, and educators with proven information for successful security and risk management programs. - Saves you time by bringing together the most important pieces of research and news into one document. - Can be used for a quick update on what business continuity programs look like today, what trends exist, and what resources are available for addressing gaps. - Includes appendices that cover business continuity key terms, industry events, job descriptions and compensation trend data, and more.

The Hands-On Information Security Lab Manual, Third Edition by Michael E. Whitman and Herbert J. Mattord is the perfect addition to the Course Technology Information Security series, including the Whitman and Mattord texts, Principles of Information Security, Fourth Edition and Management of Information Security, Third Edition. This non-certification-based lab manual allows students to apply the basics of their introductory security knowledge in a hands-on environment. While providing information security instructors with detailed, hands-on exercises for Windows XP, Vista, and Linux, this manual contains sufficient exercises to make it a suitable resource for introductory, technical, and managerial security courses. Topics include footprinting, data management and recovery, access control, log security issues, network intrusion detection systems, virtual private networks and remote access, and malware prevention and detection. --Book Jacket.

Incorporating both the managerial and technical aspects of this discipline, the authors address knowledge areas of Certified Information Systems Security Professional certification throughout and include many examples of issues faced by today's businesses.

ROADMAP TO INFORMATION SECURITY: FOR IT AND INFOSEC MANAGERS provides a solid overview of information security and its relationship to the information needs of an organization. Content is tailored to the unique needs of information systems professionals who find themselves brought in to the intricacies of information security responsibilities. The book is written for a wide variety of audiences looking to step up to emerging security challenges, ranging from students to experienced professionals. This book is designed to guide the information technology manager in dealing with the challenges associated with the security aspects of their role, providing concise guidance on assessing and improving an organization's security. The content helps IT managers to handle an assignment to an information security role in ways that conform to expectations and requirements, while supporting the goals of the manager in building and maintaining a solid information security program. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Master the latest technology and developments from the field with the book specifically oriented to the needs of those learning information systems -- PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION SECURITY, 6E. Taking a managerial approach, this bestseller emphasizes all aspects of information security, rather than just the technical control perspective. Readers gain a broad overview of the entire field of information security and related elements with the detail to ensure understanding. The book highlights terms used in the field and a history of the discipline as readers learn how to manage an information security program. This edition highlights the latest practices with fresh examples that explore the impact of emerging technologies, such as the Internet of Things, Cloud Computing, and DevOps. Updates address technical security controls, emerging legislative issues, digital forensics, and ethical issues in IS security, making this the ideal IS resource for business decision makers. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Discover the latest trends, developments and technology in information security with Whitman/Mattord's market-leading PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION SECURITY, 7th Edition. Designed specifically to meet the needs of information systems students like you, 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 updates highlight the latest practices in security operations as well as legislative issues, information management toolsets, digital forensics and the most recent policies and guidelines that correspond to federal and international standards. MindTap digital resources offer interactive content to further strength your success as a business decision-maker.

Information security-driven topic coverage is the basis for this updated book that will benefit readers in the information technology and business fields alike. Management of Information Security, provides an overview of information security from a management perspective, as well as a thorough understanding of the administration of information security. Written by two Certified Information Systems Security Professionals (CISSP), this book has the added credibility of incorporating the CISSP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK), especially in the area of information security management. The second edition has been updated to maintain the industry currency and academic relevance that made the previous edition so popular, and case studies and examples continue to populate the book, providing real-life applications for the topics covered.

This text provides students with a set of industry focused readings and cases illustrating real-world issues in information security.