Mastering information assurance

In today's interconnected world, information is the lifeblood of organizations, and ensuring its confidentiality, integrity, and availability is paramount. "Mastering Information Assurance" provides you with the essential knowledge, practical insights, and proven strategies to safeguard digital assets against a wide range of threats. Authored by esteemed expert Kris Hermans, this definitive guide covers the diverse aspects of information assurance, from risk assessment to incident response, enabling you to navigate the complex landscape of information security.

With "Mastering Information Assurance" as your guide, you'll gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to protect and secure digital assets against ever-evolving threats. Whether you're starting your journey in information security or seeking to enhance your expertise, this comprehensive guide will empower you to become a master of information assurance. 

What's Inside:

1. Introduction to Information Assurance
1. What is Information Assurance?
2. Historical Perspective
3. Importance of Information Assurance
2. Information Assurance Principles
1. Confidentiality
2. Integrity
3. Availability
4. Non-repudiation
5. Authenticity
3. Information Assurance and Risk Management
1. Risk Analysis and Management
2. Identifying Threats and Vulnerabilities
3. Information Assurance Controls
4. Legal, Ethical, and Professional Issues in Information Assurance
1. Regulatory Requirements
2. Ethical Practices in Information Assurance
3. Professional Certification in Information Assurance
5. Designing a Secure System
1. Information Assurance in System Design
2. Secure System Development Life Cycle
3. Security Architecture and Models
6. Network Security
1. Network Infrastructure
2. Network Defence Techniques
3. Firewalls and Intrusion Detection Systems
7. Computer and Software Security
1. Computer System Security
2. Software and Application Security
3. Malware and Attacks
8. Data Security
1. Data Classification and Control
2. Data Encryption
3. Cloud and Big Data Security
9. Physical and Operational Security
1. Physical Security Measures
2. Operational Security Measures
3. Personnel Security
10. Information Assurance Policies, Procedures, and Awareness
1. Policies and Procedures
2. Training and Awareness Programs
3. Incident Response and Recovery
11. Emerging Trends in Information Assurance
1. AI and Machine Learning in Information Assurance
2. Cyber Threat Intelligence
3. Blockchain and Information Assurance
12. Future of Information Assurance
1. Predicting Future Threats
2. Evolution of Information Assurance Practices
3. Strategies for Continuous Assurance
13. About the author

About the author:

Kris Hermans is a highly respected authority in the field of information security and assurance. With years of practical experience and a passion for educating others, Kris has helped numerous organizations strengthen their security posture and navigate the evolving information security landscape.