Название: Cyber Guardians: Empowering Board Members for Effective Cybersecurity Автор: Bart R. McDonough Издательство: Wiley Год: 2024 Страниц: 174 Язык: английский Формат: pdf, epub, mobi Размер: 10.1 MB
A comprehensive overview for directors aiming to meet their cybersecurity responsibilities.
In the following chapters, we will cover various cybersecurity topics in depth, such as threat actors, data breaches, compliance regulations, risk assessments, and incident response. But more importantly, we will provide you with the tools to translate this information into actionable steps that you can take to protect your organization. Throughout the book, you can expect to find real-world examples, case studies, and best practices that will help you understand the material in a practical context. We have purposely made the content accessible and easy to understand, focusing on practical application over technical jargon.
In addition to the theoretical concepts, we also include several checklists, templates, and questions that you can use to evaluate your organization's current cybersecurity posture and be sure you are asking the right questions of the right people. We want to give you the tools to ensure your organization's strong cybersecurity culture. Finally, we will emphasize the importance of collaboration and communication between the board, the C-suite, and the cybersecurity team. While this book is focused on board members, it is useful for executives and cybersecurity professionals as well. By working together, we can build a cybersecurity culture that will protect our organizations and benefit our customers, employees, and shareholders.
This book aims to be a practical guide for board members who want to take an active role in their organization's cybersecurity posture. We will provide you with the information and tools you need to translate cybersecurity concepts into practical steps that you can take to protect your organization.
You'll also find: • Examples of cases in which board members failed to adhere to regulatory and legal requirements to notify the victims of data breaches about a cybersecurity incident and the consequences they faced as a result • Specific and actional cybersecurity implementation strategies written for readers without a technical background • What to do to prevent a cybersecurity incident, as well as how to respond should one occur in your organization
A practical and accessible resource for board members at firms of all shapes and sizes, Cyber Guardians is relevant across industries and sectors and a must-read guide for anyone with a stake in robust organizational cybersecurity.