A fast, accurate, and up-to-date desk reference for information security and privacy practitioners everywhere

Information security and privacy roles demand up-to-date knowledge coming from a seemingly countless number of sources, including several certifications—like the CISM, CIPP, and CISSP—legislation and regulations issued by state and national governments, guidance from local and industry organizations, and even international bodies, like the European Union.

The Information Security and Privacy Quick Reference: The Essential Handbook for Every CISO, CSO, and Chief Privacy Officer is an updated, convenient, and accurate desk reference for information privacy practitioners who need fast and easy access to the latest guidance, laws, and standards that apply in their field. This book is the most effective resource for information security professionals who need immediate and correct solutions to common and rarely encountered problems.

An expert team of writers—Joe Shelley, James Michael Stewart, and the bestselling technical author, Mike Chapple—draw on decades of combined technology and education experience to deliver organized and accessible coverage of:



Security and Privacy Foundations
Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance
Security Architecture and Design
Identity and Access Management
Data Protection and Privacy Engineering
Security and Privacy Incident Management
Network Security and Privacy Protections
Security Assessment and Testing
Endpoint and Device Security
Application Security
Cryptography Essentials
Physical and Environmental Security
Legal and Ethical Considerations
Threat Intelligence and Cyber Defense
Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

Information Security and Privacy Quick Reference is a must-have resource for CISOs, CSOs, Chief Privacy Officers, and other information security and privacy professionals seeking a reliable, accurate, and fast way to answer the questions they encounter at work every single day.