The Information Systems Security Officer's Guide: Establishing and Managing an Information Protection Program

The Information Systems Security Officer's Guide: Establishing and Managing an Information Protection Program

by Gerald L. Kovacich
     
 

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This book presents a total systems approach to the all the topics needed for the infosec professional, beginning with defining the position of the information systems security officer (ISSO), to establishing and managing an infosec program. It is based on a business approach, not a technical approach. The author writes from over 14 years of research and experience.… See more details below

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This book presents a total systems approach to the all the topics needed for the infosec professional, beginning with defining the position of the information systems security officer (ISSO), to establishing and managing an infosec program. It is based on a business approach, not a technical approach. The author writes from over 14 years of research and experience. Each chapter ends with thought-provoking questions for use by the instructor.

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An information security professional working in Indonesia and Malaysia, Kovacich explains the techniques he has developed and used within business and government agencies. He discusses communication with management and other departments, offers a systems approach in non-technical language, and details the course of a career in the field from the job interview to retirement. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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…this is the definitive text for learning what it takes to be an effective information systems security officer (ISSO). - Security Management

The book paints an excellent portrait of an ISSO's duties, challenges, and working environments. - Security Management

It should find a place on the desk of all infosec professionals. - Security Management

Product Details

ISBN-13:
9780750698962
Publisher:
Reed Elsevier Group
Publication date:
05/01/1998
Edition description:
Older Edition
Pages:
172
Product dimensions:
5.93(w) x 9.16(h) x 0.48(d)

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