This book is intended for everyone in an organization who wishes to have a basic understanding of information security. Knowledge about information security is important to all employees. It makes no difference if you work in a profit- or non-profit organization because the risks that organizations face are similar for all organizations. It clearly explains the approaches that most organizations can consider and implement which helps turn Information Security management into an approachabl...

A solid introduction to the practices, plans, and skills required for developing a smart system architectureInformation architecture combines IT skills with business skills in order to align the IT structure of an organization with the mission, goals, and objectives of its business. This friendly introduction to IT architecture walks you through the myriad issues and complex decisions that many organizations face when setting up IT systems to work in sync with busi...

Feeling overwhelmed by the buzz about SOA—service oriented architecture? Take heart! Service Oriented Architecture For Dummies, 2nd Edition makes it easy to understand, plan, and implement the latest SOA solutions for your business.Whether you’re the IT person responsible for developing SOA or the executive who’s trying to get a handle on the concept, Service Oriented Architecture For Dummies, 2nd Edition will help you understand what SOA is, why it’s important, a...

Sharpen your information security skills and grab an invaluable new credential with this unbeatable study guideAs cybersecurity becomes an increasingly mission-critical issue, more and more employers and professionals are turning to ISACA's trusted and recognized Certified Information Security Manager qualification as a tried-and-true indicator of information security management expertise.In Wiley's Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Study Gu...

OCEB Certification Guide delivers expert insight into BPM from one of the developers of the OCEB Fundamental exam, offering full coverage of the exam material for both the business and technical tracks. The first study guide to prepare candidates to take and pass the OCEB Fundamental exam, it explains and builds on basic concepts, focusing on key areas and testing knowledge of all critical topics with sample questions and detailed answers. Suitable for practitioners and those newe...

Purpose: Provide Critical Infrastructure customers and academic students an understanding of the NIST Cybersecurity Critical Infrastructure Framework and how to apply the framework to new and existing SCADA applications and implementations.The objectives of this book are as follows:Establish an overview and introduction of the EO13636 Improving Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity.Provide knowledge, understanding, and application of the five functions of the...

Securing the Cloud is the first book that helps you secure your information while taking part in the time and cost savings of cloud computing. As companies turn to burgeoning cloud computing technology to streamline and save money, security is a fundamental concern. The cloud offers flexibility, adaptability, scalability, and in the case of security - resilience. Securing the Cloud explains how to make the move to the cloud, detailing the strengths and weaknesses of securing a company's in...

This up-to-date self-study system offers 100% coverage of every topic on the 2016 version of the CISA examThe fully revised new edition delivers complete coverage of every topic on the latest release of the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) exam. Written by an IT security and auditing expert, CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor All-in-One Exam Guide, Third Edition, covers all five exam domains developed by the Information Systems Audit an...

CISA Exam PrepCertified Information Systems AuditorMichael GreggYour Complete Certification Solution!The Smart Way to Study™In This Book You’ll Learn How To:Approach the IS audit process from ISACA’s view of IS auditing best practicesRelate and apply information security and systems audit best practices to the six CISA job practice areasUnderstand the IS audit process and learn how to apply best practices to secure a...

Why cloud computing represents a paradigm shift for business, and how business users can best take advantage of cloud services.Most of the information available on cloud computing is either highly technical, with details that are irrelevant to non-technologists, or pure marketing hype, in which the cloud is simply a selling point. This book, however, explains the cloud from the user's viewpoint—the business user's in particular. Nayan Ruparelia explains what the cl...

Information Security: Principles and Practices, Second EditionEverything You Need to Know About Modern Computer Security, in One BookClearly explains all facets of information security in all 10 domains of the latest Information Security Common Body of Knowledge [(ISC)² CBK].Thoroughly updated for today’s challenges, technologies, procedures, and best practices.The perfect resource for anyone pursuing an IT security career.Fully upda...

Cloud Computing is the most discussed IT innovation of recent times. This Primer provides a structured overview of what Cloud Computing is and what the potential benefits and risks are. In addition it explores how Cloud Computing will impact IT management and IT's role in the organization as a service provider.For everyone who is interested in Cloud Computing. No prior knowledge is required.