The Basics of Information Security: Understanding the Fundamentals of Infosec in Theory and Practice - Softcover

Andress, Jason

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1597496537 ISBN 13: 9781597496537

Publisher: Syngress, 2011

Synopsis

As part of the Syngress Basics series, The Basics of Information Security provides you with fundamental knowledge of information security in both theoretical and practical aspects. It covers the basic knowledge needed to understand the key concepts of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Then it dives into practical applications of these ideas in the areas of operational, physical, network, application, and operating system security.Learn about information security without wading through huge manualsCovers both theoretical and practical aspects of information securityGives a broad view of the information security field for practitioners, students, and enthusiasts

About this title

About the Author

Jason Andress (CISSP, ISSAP, CISM, GPEN) is a seasoned security professional with a depth of experience in both the academic and business worlds. Presently he carries out information security oversight duties, performing penetration testing, risk assessment, and compliance functions to ensure that critical assets are protected. Jason has taught undergraduate and graduate security courses since 2005 and holds a doctorate in computer science, researching in the area of data protection. He has authored several publications and books, writing on topics including data security, network security, penetration testing, and digital forensics.

From the Back Cover

The Basics of Information Security provides you with fundamental knowledge of information security in both theoretical and practical aspects. Packed with key concepts of information security, such as confidentiality, integrity, and availability, as well as tips and additional resources for further advanced study. This book also includes practical applications in the areas of operations, physical, network, operating system, and application security. Complete with exercises at the end of each chapter, this book is well-suited for classroom or instructional use.

• Learn about information security without wading through huge manuals
• Includes real world examples in each chapter that demonstrate useful implementations for each concept
• Gives a broad view of the information security field for practitioners, students, and enthusiasts

Edition details

• Publisher: Syngress
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1597496537
• ISBN 13: 9781597496537
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 208