Medical Device Cybersecurity for Engineers and Manufacturers, Second Edition

Medical Device Cybersecurity for Engineers and Manufacturers, Second Edition removes the mystery from cybersecurity engineering and regulatory processes and practices, showing medical device manufacturers how to produce and maintain devices that meet evolving regulatory expectations and reduce cybersecurity risks to business and patients. It represents a complete guide for medical device manufacturers seeking to implement lifecycle processes that secure their premarket and postmarket activities.

 

This step-by-step guide educates manufacturers about the implementation of security best practices in accordance with industry standards and expectations, advising the reader about everything from high-level concepts to real-world solutions and tools. It focuses on the security aspects of every lifecycle phase of the product, including concept, design, implementation, supply chain, manufacturing, postmarket maintenance, and end of life. It details the practices, processes, and outputs necessary to create a secure medical device capable of gaining regulatory approval and meeting market entry requirements.

 

Reflecting rapid industry developments, regulatory changes, and technology advances, this new edition equips manufacturers with the knowledge to produce secure products that meet regulatory and market requirements while anticipating threats from sophisticated cyber adversaries. It's an indispensable resource for a wide range of professionals involved in medical device manufacturing, including engineering management, software/firmware engineers, business managers, regulatory professionals, contract manufacturers, FDA regulators, product/project managers, sales and marketing teams, and healthcare delivery organizations.

Axel Wirth holds a Master of Science in Engineering Management from Tufts University and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering from Düsseldorf University of Applied Sciences.