Description
Book SynopsisSupplying a high-level overview of how to protect your company's physical and intangible assets, Asset Protection through Security Awareness explains the best ways to enlist the assistance of your employees as the first line of defense in safeguarding company assets and mitigating security risks. The author reviews key topics surrounding computer securityincluding privacy, access controls, and risk managementto help fill the gaps that might exist between management and the technicians securing your network systems.
In an accessible style that requires no previous networking or programming experience, the book delivers a practical approach to asset protection. It specifies the roles of managers and employees in creating a company-wide culture of security awareness and provides step-by-step instruction on how to build an effective security awareness team. Each chapter examines a separate security issue and provides a brief overview of
Table of Contents
Introduction: What Is Information Security? Creating a Culture of Security Awareness. Overview of Security Awareness Categories. Who Is an IS Professional? Diplomacy. Privacy Concerns. Interdepartmental Security. Risk Management. Social Engineering. Incident Detection and Response. Physical Security. PCI Compliance. Business Continuity Planning. User Authentication Methods. Computer and Network Forensics. Malware. Crafting a Security Policy. Performing Security Analyses and Audits. Access Control. Security Checklists. Index.
