In an increasingly digital world, securing your digital assets has never been more critical. Cybersecurity Essentials: Protecting Your Digital Assets provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and implementing robust cybersecurity measures. This book covers everything from the fundamentals of cybersecurity and network security to data protection, application security, and incident response. Learn about emerging threats and technologies, and discover best practices for building a cybersecurity culture within your organization. Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to the field, this book equips you with the knowledge and tools needed to safeguard your digital world.
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An accessible introduction to cybersecurity concepts and practices Cybersecurity Essentials provides a comprehensive introduction to the field, with expert coverage of essential topics required for entry-level cybersecurity certifications. An effective defense consists of four distinct challenges: securing the infrastructure, securing devices, securing local networks, and securing the perimeter. Overcoming these challenges requires a detailed understanding of the concepts and practices within each realm. This book covers each challenge individually for greater depth of information, with real-world scenarios that show what vulnerabilities look like in everyday computing scenarios. Each part concludes with a summary of key concepts, review questions, and hands-on exercises, allowing you to test your understanding while exercising your new critical skills. Cybersecurity jobs range from basic configuration to advanced systems analysis and defense assessment. This book provides the foundational information you need to understand the basics of the field, identify your place within it, and start down the security certification path. Learn security and surveillance fundamentals Secure and protect remote access and devices Understand network topologies, protocols, and strategies Identify threats and mount an effective defense Cybersecurity Essentials gives you the building blocks for an entry level security certification and provides a foundation of cybersecurity knowledge
This textbook presents a proven, mature Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodology that has delivered success in a wide range of system and enterprise programs. The authors introduce MBSE as the state of the practice in the vital Systems Engineering discipline that manages complexity and integrates technologies and design approaches to achieve effective, affordable, and balanced system solutions to the needs of a customer organization and its personnel. The book begins with a summary of the background and nature of MBSE. It summarizes the theory behind Object-Oriented Design applied to complex system architectures. It then walks through the phases of the MBSE methodology, using system examples to illustrate key points. Subsequent chapters broaden the application of MBSE in Service-Oriented Architectures (SOA), real-time systems, cybersecurity, networked enterprises, system simulations, and prototyping. The vital subject of system and architecture governance completes the discussion. The book features exercises at the end of each chapter intended to help readers/students focus on key points, as well as extensive appendices that furnish additional detail in particular areas. The self-contained text is ideal for students in a range of courses in systems architecture and MBSE as well as for practitioners seeking a highly practical presentation of MBSE principles and techniques.
Learn to stop digital espionage-before it happens!Manage your way to security in an increasingly interconnected world. Network data has become increasingly valuable in today's public and private sectors, as has become painfully clear to those in Fortune 500 companies and to those in top branches of government who store information digitally. But exactly how safe is the informaton that is accessible from a network?According to the expert authors of Defending Your Digital Assets Against Hackers, Crackers, Spies & Thieves and RSA Security, the most trusted name in e-security, NO data is safe. In fact, digital espionage, theft and destruction occur every day, and most attacks go undetected until it is too late. This groundbreaking new work discusses the growing vulnerabilities due to interconnectivity and the importance of protecting digital information. It offers detailed explanations of how and why attacks in progress, and quickly recover business operations. This is the first title from RSA Press, the new publishing group from RSA Security. RSA Security helps organizations build secure, trusted foundations for e-business through its two-factor authentication, encryption and public key management systems.
"GRASPED Pathways to Entrepreneurial Mastery" unfolds as an insightful guide to mastering the dual realms of business and personal growth. With 20 essential strategies, it covers innovation, leadership, digital transformation, and personal well-being. The book is structured to offer practical advice, real-world examples, and actionable steps for entrepreneurs aiming for success in both their professional and personal lives. What sets this guide apart is its holistic approach, seamlessly blending business acumen with personal development. It's unique in offering a dual path to mastery, emphasizing the synergy between personal well-being and entrepreneurial success, thus equipping readers for the challenges of a rapidly evolving business landscape while also fostering personal integrity and growth. Embark on a transformative journey with "GRASPED Pathways to Entrepreneurial Mastery." This book is a beacon for ambitious individuals, guiding them through the complexities of entrepreneurship while also nurturing personal growth. It's designed not just as a business guide but as a comprehensive roadmap to achieving a harmonious balance between professional achievements and personal fulfillment.
In the ever-evolving landscape of the modern world, the synergy between technology and management has become a cornerstone of innovation and progress. This book, Cybersecurity Essentials: Protecting Digital Assets in a Connected World, is conceived to bridge the gap between emerging cybersecurity challenges and their strategic application in protecting digital assets across various industries. Our objective is to equip readers with the tools and insights necessary to excel in safeguarding critical information and systems in today’s connected world. This book is structured to provide a comprehensive exploration of the methodologies and strategies that define the field of cybersecurity, with particular emphasis on protecting digital assets in an increasingly interconnected environment. From foundational theories to advanced applications, we delve into the critical aspects that drive successful cybersecurity practices across different sectors. We have made a concerted effort to present complex concepts in a clear and accessible manner, making this work suitable for a diverse audience, including students, managers, and industry professionals. In authoring this book, we have drawn upon the latest research and best practices to ensure that readers not only gain a robust theoretical understanding but also acquire practical skills that can be applied in real-world cybersecurity scenarios. The chapters are designed to strike a balance between depth and breadth, covering topics ranging from technological development and threat prevention to strategic management of cybersecurity in various organizational contexts. Additionally, we emphasize the importance of effective communication, dedicating sections to the art of presenting innovative solutions to cybersecurity challenges in a precise and academically rigorous manner. The inspiration for this book arises from a recognition of the crucial role that cybersecurity plays in protecting the future of digital businesses. We are profoundly grateful to Chancellor Shri Shiv Kumar Gupta of Maharaja Agrasen Himalayan Garhwal University for his unwavering support and vision. His dedication to fostering academic excellence and promoting a culture of innovation has been instrumental in bringing this project to fruition. We hope this book will serve as a valuable resource and inspiration for those eager to deepen their understanding of how cybersecurity measures can be harnessed to protect digital assets effectively. We believe that the knowledge and insights contained within these pages will empower readers to lead the way in creating secure and resilient solutions that will define the future of cybersecurity. Thank you for joining us on this journey. Authors
Cyber risk is the highest perceived business risk according to risk managers and corporate insurance experts. Cybersecurity typically is viewed as the boogeyman: it strikes fear into the hearts of non-technical employees. Enterprise Cybersecurity in Digital Business: Building a Cyber Resilient Organization provides a clear guide for companies to understand cyber from a business perspective rather than a technical perspective, and to build resilience for their business. Written by a world-renowned expert in the field, the book is based on three years of research with the Fortune 1000 and cyber insurance industry carriers, reinsurers, and brokers. It acts as a roadmap to understand cybersecurity maturity, set goals to increase resiliency, create new roles to fill business gaps related to cybersecurity, and make cyber inclusive for everyone in the business. It is unique since it provides strategies and learnings that have shown to lower risk and demystify cyber for each person. With a clear structure covering the key areas of the Evolution of Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Basics, Cybersecurity Tools, Cybersecurity Regulation, Cybersecurity Incident Response, Forensics and Audit, GDPR, Cybersecurity Insurance, Cybersecurity Risk Management, Cybersecurity Risk Management Strategy, and Vendor Risk Management Strategy, the book provides a guide for professionals as well as a key text for students studying this field. The book is essential reading for CEOs, Chief Information Security Officers, Data Protection Officers, Compliance Managers, and other cyber stakeholders, who are looking to get up to speed with the issues surrounding cybersecurity and how they can respond. It is also a strong textbook for postgraduate and executive education students in cybersecurity as it relates to business.
Digital Asset Valuation and Cyber Risk Measurement: Principles of Cybernomics is a book about the future of risk and the future of value. It examines the indispensable role of economic modeling in the future of digitization, thus providing industry professionals with the tools they need to optimize the management of financial risks associated with this megatrend. The book addresses three problem areas: the valuation of digital assets, measurement of risk exposures of digital valuables, and economic modeling for the management of such risks. Employing a pair of novel cyber risk measurement units, bitmort and hekla, the book covers areas of value, risk, control, and return, each of which are viewed from the perspective of entity (e.g., individual, organization, business), portfolio (e.g., industry sector, nation-state), and global ramifications. Establishing adequate, holistic, and statistically robust data points on the entity, portfolio, and global levels for the development of a cybernomics databank is essential for the resilience of our shared digital future. This book also argues existing economic value theories no longer apply to the digital era due to the unique characteristics of digital assets. It introduces six laws of digital theory of value, with the aim to adapt economic value theories to the digital and machine era. - Comprehensive literature review on existing digital asset valuation models, cyber risk management methods, security control frameworks, and economics of information security - Discusses the implication of classical economic theories under the context of digitization, as well as the impact of rapid digitization on the future of value - Analyzes the fundamental attributes and measurable characteristics of digital assets as economic goods - Discusses the scope and measurement of digital economy - Highlights cutting-edge risk measurement practices regarding cybersecurity risk management - Introduces novel concepts, models, and theories, including opportunity value, Digital Valuation Model, six laws of digital theory of value, Cyber Risk Quadrant, and most importantly, cyber risk measures hekla and bitmort - Introduces cybernomics, that is, the integration of cyber risk management and economics to study the requirements of a databank in order to improve risk analytics solutions for (1) the valuation of digital assets, (2) the measurement of risk exposure of digital assets, and (3) the capital optimization for managing residual cyber risK - Provides a case study on cyber insurance
"Information security has become an important and critical component of every organization. In his book, Professor Chatterjee explains the challenges that organizations experience to protect information assets. The book sheds light on different aspects of cybersecurity including a history and impact of the most recent security breaches, as well as the strategic and leadership components that help build strong cybersecurity programs. This book helps bridge the gap between academia and practice and provides important insights that may help professionals in every industry." Mauricio Angee, Chief Information Security Officer, GenesisCare USA, Fort Myers, Florida, USA "This book by Dave Chatterjee is by far the most comprehensive book on cybersecurity management. Cybersecurity is on top of the minds of board members, CEOs, and CIOs as they strive to protect their employees and intellectual property. This book is a must-read for CIOs and CISOs to build a robust cybersecurity program for their organizations." Vidhya Belapure, Chief Information Officer, Huber Engineered Materials & CP Kelco, Marietta, Georgia, USA Cybersecurity has traditionally been the purview of information technology professionals, who possess specialized knowledge and speak a language that few outside of their department can understand. In our current corporate landscape, however, cybersecurity awareness must be an organization-wide management competency in order to mitigate major threats to an organization’s well-being—and be prepared to act if the worst happens. With rapidly expanding attacks and evolving methods of attack, organizations are in a perpetual state of breach and have to deal with this existential threat head-on. Cybersecurity preparedness is a critical and distinctive competency, and this book is intended to help students and practitioners develop and enhance this capability, as individuals continue to be both the strongest and weakest links in a cyber defense system. In addition to providing the non-specialist with a jargon-free overview of cybersecurity threats, Dr. Chatterjee focuses most of the book on developing a practical and easy-to-comprehend management framework and success factors that will help leaders assess cybersecurity risks, address organizational weaknesses, and build a collaborative culture that is informed and responsive. Through brief case studies, literature review, and practical tools, he creates a manual for the student and professional alike to put into practice essential skills for any workplace.
