Cybersecurity Strategies and Best Practices: A comprehensive guide to mastering enterprise cyber defense tactics and techniques
Author: Milad Aslaner (Author)
Publisher finelybook 出版社: Packt Publishing
Publication Date 出版日期: 2024-05-24
Language 语言: English
Print Length 页数: 252 pages
ISBN-10: 1803230053
ISBN-13: 9781803230054
Book Description
Elevate your organization’s cybersecurity posture by implementing proven strategies and best practices to stay ahead of emerging threats
Key Features
- Benefit from a holistic approach and gain practical guidance to align security strategies with your business goals
- Derive actionable insights from real-world scenarios and case studies
- Demystify vendor claims and make informed decisions about cybersecurity solutions tailored to your needs
- Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook
Book Description
If you are a cybersecurity professional looking for practical and actionable guidance to strengthen your organization’s security, then this is the book for you. Cybersecurity Strategies and Best Practices is a comprehensive guide that offers pragmatic insights through real-world case studies. Written by a cybersecurity expert with extensive experience in advising global organizations, this guide will help you align security measures with business objectives while tackling the ever-changing threat landscape. You’ll understand the motives and methods of cyber adversaries and learn how to navigate the complexities of implementing defense measures.
As you progress, you’ll delve into carefully selected real-life examples that can be applied in a multitude of security scenarios. You’ll also learn how to cut through the noise and make informed decisions when it comes to cybersecurity solutions by carefully assessing vendor claims and technology offerings. Highlighting the importance of a comprehensive approach, this book bridges the gap between technical solutions and business strategies to help you foster a secure organizational environment.
By the end, you’ll have the knowledge and tools necessary to improve your organization’s cybersecurity posture and navigate the rapidly changing threat landscape.
What you will learn
- Adapt to the evolving threat landscape by staying up to date with emerging trends
- Identify and assess vulnerabilities and weaknesses within your organization’s enterprise network and cloud environment
- Discover metrics to measure the effectiveness of security controls
- Explore key elements of a successful cybersecurity strategy, including risk management, digital forensics, incident response, and security awareness programs
- Get acquainted with various threat intelligence sharing platforms and frameworks
Who this book is for
This book is for security professionals and decision makers tasked with evaluating and selecting cybersecurity solutions to protect their organization from evolving threats. While a foundational understanding of cybersecurity is beneficial, it’s not a prerequisite.
Table of Contents
- Profiling Cyber Adversaries and Their Tactics
- Identifying and Assessing Organizational Weaknesses
- Staying Ahead: Monitoring Emerging Threats and Trends
- Assessing Your Organization’s Security Posture
- Developing a Comprehensive Modern Cybersecurity Strategy
- Aligning Security Measures with Business Objectives
- Demystifying Technology and Vendor Claims
- Leveraging Existing Tools for Enhanced Security
- Selecting and Implementing the Right Cybersecurity Solutions
- Bridging the Gap between Technical and Non-Technical Stakeholders
- Building a Cybersecurity-Aware Organizational Culture
- Collaborating with Industry Partners and Sharing Threat Intelligence
About the Author
Milad Aslaner is a security professional with over 10 years’ experience in product engineering and management. He has published white papers and books on social engineering, the practical application of cybersecurity, and cybersecurity in the financial services industry, with a technical focus on EDR, TVM, incident response, and real-world exploitation techniques. During his time at Microsoft since 2012, he has led the commercial software engineering team for the Surface Book and Laptop, and built security features such as SEMM. As a senior security program manager, he aims to transform strategic enterprise customer requirements to realize new scenarios, thereby safeguarding Microsoft customers against the evolving threat landscape.
