Are you satisfied with the way your company responds to IT incidents? How prepared is your response team to handle critical, time-sensitive events such as service disruptions and security breaches? IT professionals looking for effective response models have successfully adopted the Incident Management System (IMS) used by firefighters throughout the US. This practical book shows you how to apply the same response methodology to your own IT operation. You’ll learn how IMS best practices for leading people and managing time apply directly to IT incidents where the stakes are high and outcomes are uncertain. This book provides use cases of some of the largest (and smallest) IT operations teams in the world. There is a better way to respond. You just found it. Assess your IT incident response with the PROCESS programmatic evaluation tool Get an overview of the IMS all-hazard, all-risk framework Understand the responsibilities of the Incident Commander Form a unified command structure for events that affect multiple business units Systematically evaluate what broke and how the incident team responded

In 2016, Googleâ??s Site Reliability Engineering book ignited an industry discussion on what it means to run production services todayâ??and why reliability considerations are fundamental to service design. Now, Google engineers who worked on that bestseller introduce The Site Reliability Workbook, a hands-on companion that uses concrete examples to show you how to put SRE principles and practices to work in your environment. This new workbook not only combines practical examples from Googleâ??s experiences, but also provides case studies from Googleâ??s Cloud Platform customers who underwent this journey. Evernote, The Home Depot, The New York Times, and other companies outline hard-won experiences of what worked for them and what didnâ??t. Dive into this workbook and learn how to flesh out your own SRE practice, no matter what size your company is. Youâ??ll learn: How to run reliable services in environments you donâ??t completely controlâ??like cloud Practical applications of how to create, monitor, and run your services via Service Level Objectives How to convert existing ops teams to SREâ??including how to dig out of operational overload Methods for starting SRE from either greenfield or brownfield

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Advance your career as an information security professional by turning theory into robust solutions to secure your organization Key FeaturesConvert the theory of your security certifications into actionable changes to secure your organizationDiscover how to structure policies and procedures in order to operationalize your organization's information security strategyLearn how to achieve security goals in your organization and reduce software riskBook Description Information security and risk management best practices enable professionals to plan, implement, measure, and test their organization's systems and ensure that they're adequately protected against threats. The book starts by helping you to understand the core principles of information security, why risk management is important, and how you can drive information security governance. You'll then explore methods for implementing security controls to achieve the organization's information security goals. As you make progress, you'll get to grips with design principles that can be utilized along with methods to assess and mitigate architectural vulnerabilities. The book will also help you to discover best practices for designing secure network architectures and controlling and managing third-party identity services. Finally, you will learn about designing and managing security testing processes, along with ways in which you can improve software security. By the end of this infosec book, you'll have learned how to make your organization less vulnerable to threats and reduce the likelihood and impact of exploitation. As a result, you will be able to make an impactful change in your organization toward a higher level of information security. What you will learnUnderstand and operationalize risk management concepts and important security operations activitiesDiscover how to identify, classify, and maintain information and assetsAssess and mitigate vulnerabilities in information systemsDetermine how security control testing will be undertakenIncorporate security into the SDLC (software development life cycle)Improve the security of developed software and mitigate the risks of using unsafe softwareWho this book is for If you are looking to begin your career in an information security role, then this book is for you. Anyone who is studying to achieve industry-standard certification such as the CISSP or CISM, but looking for a way to convert concepts (and the seemingly endless number of acronyms) from theory into practice and start making a difference in your day-to-day work will find this book useful.

Developed and implemented by the United States Department of Homeland Security, the National Incident Management System (NIMS) outlines a comprehensive national approach to emergency management. It enables federal, state, and local government entities along with private sector organizations to respond to emergency incidents together in order reduce

A Comprehensive Guide to Effectively Responding to Cybersecurity Incidents In an era where cyber threats are escalating in frequency and sophistication, organizations need to be prepared to effectively respond to cyber incidents and mitigate potential damage. "Mastering Cyber Incident Management" by renowned cybersecurity expert Kris Hermans is your essential guide to building a robust incident response capability and safeguarding your organization's digital assets. Drawing from years of hands-on experience in incident response and cyber investigations, Hermans provides a comprehensive framework that covers all stages of the incident management lifecycle. From preparation and detection to containment, eradication, and recovery, this book equips you with the knowledge and strategies to navigate the complex landscape of cyber incidents. Inside "Mastering Cyber Incident Management," you will: 1. Develop a proactive incident response strategy: Understand the importance of a well-defined incident response plan and learn how to create an effective strategy tailored to your organization's unique needs. Prepare your team and infrastructure to swiftly respond to potential threats. 2. Enhance your incident detection capabilities: Gain insights into the latest threat intelligence techniques and technologies and learn how to establish robust monitoring systems to identify and respond to cyber threats in real-time. 3. Effectively respond to cyber incidents: Explore proven methodologies for assessing and containing cyber incidents. Learn how to conduct forensic investigations, analyse digital evidence, and accurately attribute attacks to mitigate their impact. 4. Collaborate with stakeholders and external partners: Master the art of effective communication and collaboration during cyber incidents. Build strong relationships with internal teams, law enforcement agencies, and industry partners to ensure a coordinated response and timely recovery. 5. Learn from real-world case studies: Benefit from Hermans' extensive experience by delving into real-world cyber incident scenarios. Understand the nuances and challenges of different types of incidents and apply best practices to minimize damage and improve response capabilities. 6. Stay ahead of emerging trends: Stay abreast of the evolving threat landscape and emerging technologies that impact cyber incident management. Explore topics such as cloud security incidents, IoT breaches, ransomware attacks, and legal and regulatory considerations. With practical insights, actionable advice, and detailed case studies, "Mastering Cyber Incident Management" is a must-have resource for cybersecurity professionals, incident responders, and IT managers seeking to build resilience in the face of ever-evolving cyber threats. Take control of your organization's security posture and master the art of cyber incident management with Kris Hermans as your guide. Arm yourself with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively respond, recover, and protect your digital assets in an increasingly hostile cyber landscape.