Executive's Cybersecurity Program Handbook


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Develop strategic plans for building cybersecurity programs and prepare your organization for compliance investigations and audits Key FeaturesGet started as a cybersecurity executive and design an infallible security programPerform assessments and build a strong risk management frameworkPromote the importance of security within the organization through awareness and training sessionsBook Description Ransomware, phishing, and data breaches are major concerns affecting all organizations as a new cyber threat seems to emerge every day, making it paramount to protect the security of your organization and be prepared for potential cyberattacks. This book will ensure that you can build a reliable cybersecurity framework to keep your organization safe from cyberattacks. This Executive's Cybersecurity Program Handbook explains the importance of executive buy-in, mission, and vision statement of the main pillars of security program (governance, defence, people and innovation). You'll explore the different types of cybersecurity frameworks, how they differ from one another, and how to pick the right framework to minimize cyber risk. As you advance, you'll perform an assessment against the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, which will help you evaluate threats to your organization by identifying both internal and external vulnerabilities. Toward the end, you'll learn the importance of standard cybersecurity policies, along with concepts of governance, risk, and compliance, and become well-equipped to build an effective incident response team. By the end of this book, you'll have gained a thorough understanding of how to build your security program from scratch as well as the importance of implementing administrative and technical security controls. What you will learnExplore various cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST and ISOImplement industry-standard cybersecurity policies and procedures effectively to minimize the risk of cyberattacksFind out how to hire the right talent for building a sound cybersecurity team structureUnderstand the difference between security awareness and trainingExplore the zero-trust concept and various firewalls to secure your environmentHarden your operating system and server to enhance the securityPerform scans to detect vulnerabilities in softwareWho this book is for This book is for you if you are a newly appointed security team manager, director, or C-suite executive who is in the transition stage or new to the information security field and willing to empower yourself with the required knowledge. As a Cybersecurity professional, you can use this book to deepen your knowledge and understand your organization's overall security posture. Basic knowledge of information security or governance, risk, and compliance is required.




Building Effective Cybersecurity Programs


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You know by now that your company could not survive without the Internet. Not in today’s market. You are either part of the digital economy or reliant upon it. With critical information assets at risk, your company requires a state-of-the-art cybersecurity program. But how do you achieve the best possible program? Tari Schreider, in Building Effective Cybersecurity Programs: A Security Manager’s Handbook, lays out the step-by-step roadmap to follow as you build or enhance your cybersecurity program. Over 30+ years, Tari Schreider has designed and implemented cybersecurity programs throughout the world, helping hundreds of companies like yours. Building on that experience, he has created a clear roadmap that will allow the process to go more smoothly for you. Building Effective Cybersecurity Programs: A Security Manager’s Handbook is organized around the six main steps on the roadmap that will put your cybersecurity program in place: Design a Cybersecurity Program Establish a Foundation of Governance Build a Threat, Vulnerability Detection, and Intelligence Capability Build a Cyber Risk Management Capability Implement a Defense-in-Depth Strategy Apply Service Management to Cybersecurity Programs Because Schreider has researched and analyzed over 150 cybersecurity architectures, frameworks, and models, he has saved you hundreds of hours of research. He sets you up for success by talking to you directly as a friend and colleague, using practical examples. His book helps you to: Identify the proper cybersecurity program roles and responsibilities. Classify assets and identify vulnerabilities. Define an effective cybersecurity governance foundation. Evaluate the top governance frameworks and models. Automate your governance program to make it more effective. Integrate security into your application development process. Apply defense-in-depth as a multi-dimensional strategy. Implement a service management approach to implementing countermeasures. With this handbook, you can move forward confidently, trusting that Schreider is recommending the best components of a cybersecurity program for you. In addition, the book provides hundreds of citations and references allow you to dig deeper as you explore specific topics relevant to your organization or your studies.




Cybersecurity for Executives


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Practical guide that can be used by executives to make well-informed decisions on cybersecurity issues to better protect their business Emphasizes, in a direct and uncomplicated way, how executives can identify, understand, assess, and mitigate risks associated with cybersecurity issues Covers 'What to Do When You Get Hacked?' including Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery planning, Public Relations, Legal and Regulatory issues, and Notifications and Disclosures Provides steps for integrating cybersecurity into Strategy; Policy and Guidelines; Change Management and Personnel Management Identifies cybersecurity best practices that executives can and should use both in the office and at home to protect their vital information




Cybersecurity Program Development for Business


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"This is the book executives have been waiting for. It is clear: With deep expertise but in nontechnical language, it describes what cybersecurity risks are and the decisions executives need to make to address them. It is crisp: Quick and to the point, it doesn't waste words and won't waste your time. It is candid: There is no sure cybersecurity defense, and Chris Moschovitis doesn't pretend there is; instead, he tells you how to understand your company's risk and make smart business decisions about what you can mitigate and what you cannot. It is also, in all likelihood, the only book ever written (or ever to be written) about cybersecurity defense that is fun to read." —Thomas A. Stewart, Executive Director, National Center for the Middle Market and Co-Author of Woo, Wow, and Win: Service Design, Strategy, and the Art of Customer Delight Get answers to all your cybersecurity questions In 2016, we reached a tipping point—a moment where the global and local implications of cybersecurity became undeniable. Despite the seriousness of the topic, the term "cybersecurity" still exasperates many people. They feel terrorized and overwhelmed. The majority of business people have very little understanding of cybersecurity, how to manage it, and what's really at risk. This essential guide, with its dozens of examples and case studies, breaks down every element of the development and management of a cybersecurity program for the executive. From understanding the need, to core risk management principles, to threats, tools, roles and responsibilities, this book walks the reader through each step of developing and implementing a cybersecurity program. Read cover-to-cover, it’s a thorough overview, but it can also function as a useful reference book as individual questions and difficulties arise. Unlike other cybersecurity books, the text is not bogged down with industry jargon Speaks specifically to the executive who is not familiar with the development or implementation of cybersecurity programs Shows you how to make pragmatic, rational, and informed decisions for your organization Written by a top-flight technologist with decades of experience and a track record of success If you’re a business manager or executive who needs to make sense of cybersecurity, this book demystifies it for you.




Cybersecurity Program Development for Business


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"This is the book executives have been waiting for. It is clear: With deep expertise but in nontechnical language, it describes what cybersecurity risks are and the decisions executives need to make to address them. It is crisp: Quick and to the point, it doesn't waste words and won't waste your time. It is candid: There is no sure cybersecurity defense, and Chris Moschovitis doesn't pretend there is; instead, he tells you how to understand your company's risk and make smart business decisions about what you can mitigate and what you cannot. It is also, in all likelihood, the only book ever written (or ever to be written) about cybersecurity defense that is fun to read." —Thomas A. Stewart, Executive Director, National Center for the Middle Market and Co-Author of Woo, Wow, and Win: Service Design, Strategy, and the Art of Customer Delight Get answers to all your cybersecurity questions In 2016, we reached a tipping point—a moment where the global and local implications of cybersecurity became undeniable. Despite the seriousness of the topic, the term "cybersecurity" still exasperates many people. They feel terrorized and overwhelmed. The majority of business people have very little understanding of cybersecurity, how to manage it, and what's really at risk. This essential guide, with its dozens of examples and case studies, breaks down every element of the development and management of a cybersecurity program for the executive. From understanding the need, to core risk management principles, to threats, tools, roles and responsibilities, this book walks the reader through each step of developing and implementing a cybersecurity program. Read cover-to-cover, it’s a thorough overview, but it can also function as a useful reference book as individual questions and difficulties arise. Unlike other cybersecurity books, the text is not bogged down with industry jargon Speaks specifically to the executive who is not familiar with the development or implementation of cybersecurity programs Shows you how to make pragmatic, rational, and informed decisions for your organization Written by a top-flight technologist with decades of experience and a track record of success If you’re a business manager or executive who needs to make sense of cybersecurity, this book demystifies it for you.




Building a Cyber Resilient Business


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Learn how to build a proactive cybersecurity culture together with the rest of your C-suite to effectively manage cyber risks Key FeaturesEnable business acceleration by preparing your organization against cyber risksDiscover tips and tricks to manage cyber risks in your organization and build a cyber resilient businessUnpack critical questions for the C-suite to ensure the firm is intentionally building cyber resilienceBook Description With cyberattacks on the rise, it has become essential for C-suite executives and board members to step up and collectively recognize cyber risk as a top priority business risk. However, non-cyber executives find it challenging to understand their role in increasing the business's cyber resilience due to its complex nature and the lack of a clear return on investment. This book demystifies the perception that cybersecurity is a technical problem, drawing parallels between the key responsibilities of the C-suite roles to line up with the mission of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). The book equips you with all you need to know about cyber risks to run the business effectively. Each chapter provides a holistic overview of the dynamic priorities of the C-suite (from the CFO to the CIO, COO, CRO, and so on), and unpacks how cybersecurity must be embedded in every business function. The book also contains self-assessment questions, which are a helpful tool in evaluating any major cybersecurity initiatives and/or investment required. With this book, you'll have a deeper appreciation of the various ways all executives can contribute to the organization's cyber program, in close collaboration with the CISO and the security team, and achieve a cyber-resilient, profitable, and sustainable business. What you will learnUnderstand why cybersecurity should matter to the C-suiteExplore how different roles contribute to an organization's securityDiscover how priorities of roles affect an executive's contribution to securityUnderstand financial losses and business impact caused by cyber risksCome to grips with the role of the board of directors in cybersecurity programsLeverage the recipes to build a strong cybersecurity cultureDiscover tips on cyber risk quantification and cyber insuranceDefine a common language that bridges the gap between business and cybersecurityWho this book is for This book is for the C-suite and executives who are not necessarily working in cybersecurity. The guidebook will bridge the gaps between the CISO and the rest of the executives, helping CEOs, CFOs, CIOs, COOs, etc., to understand how they can work together with the CISO and their team to achieve organization-wide cyber resilience for business value preservation and growth.




Cybersecurity Operations Handbook


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Cybersecurity Operations Handbook is the first book for daily operations teams who install, operate and maintain a range of security technologies to protect corporate infrastructure. Written by experts in security operations, this book provides extensive guidance on almost all aspects of daily operational security, asset protection, integrity management, availability methodology, incident response and other issues that operational teams need to know to properly run security products and services in a live environment. Provides a master document on Mandatory FCC Best Practices and complete coverage of all critical operational procedures for meeting Homeland Security requirements. · First book written for daily operations teams · Guidance on almost all aspects of daily operational security, asset protection, integrity management · Critical information for compliance with Homeland Security




Cybersecurity for Executives


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Cyber-attacks are a real and increasing threat. Cybercrime industry is 24 x 7, where Cybercriminals are continuously advancing their skills with cutting edge tools and technology resources at their fingertips. While, technical courses and certifications are working on addressing the skills shortage, there is still lack of practical knowledge and awareness amongst the technology leaders about Cyber Risk Management. Most leaders have limited exposure to real life cyber-attack scenarios, if at all. This book takes technology leaders from cybersecurity theory to practical knowledge. It guides them on how to manage and mitigate cyber risks; implement and remediate cyber controls. In the event of a real-life cyber-attack, this book can be an invaluable guide for a technology leader who does not know where to begin and what questions to ask. It is not a matter of ‘if’, but ‘when..’ so use this book as a guide to start those critical discussions today, before it is too late.




The Executive Guide to Information Security


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A primer on why cyber security is imperative - from the CIO of Symantec, the global leader in information security.




Cybersecurity for Executives


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"Cybersecurity for Executives: A Guide to Protecting Your Business" is an essential resource for business leaders who want to safeguard their organizations against cyber threats. In today's digital age, the security of sensitive information is paramount, and the risks of cyber-attacks are constantly increasing. This book provides practical guidance for executives to develop and implement effective cybersecurity strategies to protect their businesses from data breaches, hacking, and other cyber-attacks. Written in a clear and concise language, the book covers all aspects of cybersecurity, from understanding the latest threats and vulnerabilities to developing a comprehensive cybersecurity plan. The author provides real-world examples and case studies to illustrate the importance of cybersecurity and its impact on businesses. The book also discusses the legal and regulatory requirements for cybersecurity, including compliance with data protection laws. Cybersecurity for Executives offers actionable advice on how to identify and prioritize potential risks, as well as how to build a resilient cybersecurity program that includes employee training, incident response, and crisis management. It also covers the latest trends in cybersecurity, including cloud security, mobile security, and artificial intelligence. Whether you are a CEO, CIO, CFO, or other business executive, this book is an indispensable guide to protecting your business from cyber threats. With Cybersecurity for Executives, you can gain the knowledge and skills to protect your business and maintain the trust of your customers and stakeholders.