Security Management

From how to save for the day when you stop—or scale back—working to smart investment strategies to the best states to retire in to how to calculate your benefits, Retirement 101, 2nd Editions helps you create a retirement plan to accomplish your goals whatever they are.

As organizations seek to boost revenue, cut costs, and increase efficiency, they increasingly look to IT as a strategic partner in achieving these objectives. Ten Steps to ITSM Success helps IT to prepare for this role by providing a detailed and practical guide to implementing ITSM best practices. It is aimed at ITSM practitioners and consultants, but will also be of interest to IT directors and C-suite executives looking to transform the role of IT into a value-creating business partner.

"Information Security for CRO: Master Cyber Risk in Just 6 Hours!" is a crucial resource for Chief Risk Officers and senior leaders navigating the increasingly complex landscape of cybersecurity. Designed as an executive-level guide, it provides a fast-paced and efficient learning journey, condensing years of cybersecurity expertise into approximately six hours of focused study. This allows CROs to quickly grasp essential concepts and implement practical strategies for mitigating cyber risks, all while avoiding technical overload. The book equips readers with actionable insights and ...

Are you lying awake at night wondering if your retirement savings will vanish before you do? Do market crashes and complex tax laws leave you uncertain about your financial future? You're not alone—and there is a solution: Retirement Planning Decoded: 7 Proven Strategies to Never Run Out of Money, Maximize Social Security, Cut Taxes, Shield from Market Crashes, and Enjoy Your Golden Years with Confidence From Market Crashes to Tax Traps - Learn How to: Keep Your Money Growing (Even When Markets Go Crazy) Get Every Dollar You Deserve from Social Security Pay Less to Uncle Sam (Legally!) ...

As Janell Burley Hofmann, mother of five, wrapped her 13-year-old's iPhone on Christmas Eve, she was overwhelmed by questions: "Will my children learn to sit and wonder without Googling? Should I know their passwords for online accounts? Will they experience the value of personal connection without technology?" In iRules, Hofmann provides families with the tools they need to find a balance between technology and human interaction through a philosophy she calls Slow Tech Parenting.

Unlock the potential of your retail business with Mastering Point-of-Sale Systems, your ultimate guide to navigating and integrating cloud-based POS technology. As the commercial landscape evolves, so must your approach to managing sales, inventory, and customer interactions. This comprehensive eBook serves as your roadmap to modernizing retail operations, offering invaluable insights from understanding cloud-based POS systems to crafting a future-proof strategy. Dive deep into the architecture of cloud-based POS systems, exploring their evolution and numerous benefits. Learn how to ...

In How to Measure Anything in Cybersecurity Risk, Second Edition, a pioneering information security professional and a leader in quantitative analysis methods deliver yet another eye-opening text applying the quantitative language of risk analysis to cybersecurity. In the book, the authors demonstrate how to quantify uncertainty and shed light on how to measure seemingly intangible goals. It's a practical guide to improving risk assessment with a straightforward and simple framework.

On October 19, 1987, the world watched in disbelief as stock exchanges across the globe began to plummet. As he witnessed millions of dollars drain from the portfolios his small investment firm managed, Greg Donaldson was flooded with uncertainty. Within hours, everything he thought he knew about investing quickly faded into the darkness of “Black Monday.” But what he thought was the worst day of his professional life, unexpectedly became the greatest turning point of his career. During that fateful day, he received three phone calls that opened his eyes to a neglected method of valuing...

In the relentless cyber war, understanding that every individual and organization is a target is crucial. In this book, I offer a groundbreaking perspective on cybersecurity risk management, addressing a core issue: despite increased legislation and frameworks, massive breaches continue. Why? The problem often lies in ineffective or non-existent risk assessment and management, resulting in an ineffective cybersecurity program. Enter Heuristic Risk Management (HRM), a method I developed that is simple, intuitive, and highly effective. HRM cuts through the complexity of quantitative ...

Are you at risk of being scammed? Former con artist and best-selling author of Catch Me If You Can Frank Abagnale shows you how to stop scammers in their tracks. Maybe you're wondering how to make the scam phone calls stop. Perhaps someone has stolen your credit card number. Or you've been a victim of identity theft. Even if you haven't yet been the target of a crime, con artists are always out there, waiting for the right moment to steal your information, your money, and your life.

Are You a Selfless Leader … or a Selfish One? Leadership … is the word overused? Misused? Or is it misunderstood? Most books on leadership claim they have a secret … on what leadership is and how to be a great leader; how to be an influencer; a workplace-changing leader. Rarely do they—most merely echo talking the walk they’ve heard from others. Author Mike Howard talks about his walk … the Rōnin walk with what his 16 years with Microsoft as its Chief Security Officer, 22 years with the CIA, and serving as a young police officer in the Oakland Police Department generated. One ...

The catastrophic failures of Heartbleed, Log4Shell, and the XZ Utils backdoor were not isolated incidents. They were warning shots. They were symptoms of a much deeper and more dangerous crisis: our digital world is built on the unrecognised, uncompensated, and unsustainable labour of a handful of "accidental gatekeepers". The “free” and open-source software that powers our governments, banks, and critical national infrastructure isn’t free, it’s running on a hidden debt of human burnout that is about to come due. In The Value Chasm, you will discover the profound market failure at ...

"Mastering Cloud Computing" is a comprehensive guide designed to help readers understand, implement, and master the intricacies of cloud computing. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced professional, this book covers a wide range of essential topics that will deepen your knowledge and enhance your skills in cloud computing. The book begins with a solid foundation, introducing key concepts, principles, and benefits of cloud computing. Detailed explanations and diagrams help readers grasp the evolution of cloud computing, its underlying technologies, and various deployment models. As ...

All organizations face a broad array of risks, including cybersecurity risk. For federal agencies, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A-11 defines risk as “the effect of uncertainty on objectives”. An organization’s mission and business objectives can be impacted by such effects, and must be managed at various levels within the organization. This report highlights aspects of cybersecurity risk management (CSRM) inherent to enterprises, organizations, and systems.

Dive into the transformative realm of "Decentralized Medicine", a compelling eBook that delves into the fascinating intersection of healthcare and cutting-edge blockchain technology. This eBook is essential for those curious about disruptive technologies and the exciting possibilities they present to medicine. Beginning with a comprehensive introduction to blockchain, the eBook lays a solid foundation for understanding this extraordinary technology. From its evolution to its diverse applicability across industries, this education will prepare you for the more specific discussions to follow....

Are you a senior who worries about your financial future? Do you feel you haven't saved enough for a comfortable and secure retirement? Do you want to learn how to invest wisely and make your money work for you? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this book is for you. Financial Survival for Seniors is a practical and comprehensive guide that will teach you how to survive financially even if you haven't saved enough for retirement. By following the advice and tips in this book, you can Improve your financial literacy and confidence, increase your financial security and ...

ISO 27001 Documentation KIT for Certification All Templates for Processes, Procedures, Work Instructions & Forms to Build a Fully Compliant ISMS Introduction: The ISO 27001 Documentation KIT is your ultimate solution for creating and maintaining a fully compliant Information Security Management System (ISMS). This all-in-one kit includes editable templates for processes, procedures, work instructions, forms, and logs—all aligned with ISO 27001 standards to streamline your certification process. Benefits: Complete Solution: All necessary templates for a compliant ISMS. Time-Saving: Ready-...

Social Security law has changed! Get What's Yours has been revised and updated to reflect new regulations that take effect on April 29, 2016. Get What's Yours has proven itself to be the definitive book about how to navigate the forbidding maze of Social Security and emerge with the highest possible benefits. It is an engaging manual of tactics and strategies written by well-known financial commentators that is unobtainable elsewhere.

Off the Grid: A Complete Guide to Modern Nomadic Living takes you on an in-depth exploration of what it means to break free from conventional infrastructures and create a life defined by self-reliance, minimal impact, and true independence. From setting up clean energy systems and securing water sources to navigating legal considerations and forming supportive communities, this book lays out an adaptable path for those drawn to a less conventional lifestyle—whether you dream of a rustic cabin in the woods, a self-sufficient homestead on the edge of town, or a roving existence in a ...

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, safeguarding your cryptocurrencies and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) is more critical than ever. "The Crypto Vault: A Definitive Guide to Safeguarding Your Digital Wealth" is your go-to resource for mastering the best practices in protecting your digital wealth. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about digital asset security, from understanding blockchain technology and the differences between various types of cryptocurrencies and NFTs, to choosing the right wallet and managing private keys. Discover advanced security ...