Information Security Management Handbook, Fourth Edition, Volume I [Hardcover]

Mickie Krause Nozaki (Author), Harold F. Tipton (Author, Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0849398290 | ISBN-13: 978-0849398292 | Publication Date: October 28, 1999 | Edition: 4 Sub

Since 1993, the Information Security Management Handbook has served not only as an everyday reference for information security practitioners but also as an important document for use by practitioners to conduct the intense review necessary to prepare for the Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) examination.

Preparing for the examination is a major effort because it requires a thorough understanding of the topics contained in the Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) for the field as specified in the Generally Accepted Systems Security Principles (GASSP). The handbook is one of the most important references used by candidates preparing for the exam.

The Information Security Management Handbook maps the ten domains of the Common Body of Knowledge tested on the certification examination: access control issues and methodology, telecommunications and network security, security management practices, applications and systems development security, cryptography, security architecture and models, operations security, business continuity planning and disaster recovery planning, law, investigations, and ethics, and physical security.

The Information Security Management Handbook is a "must have" book, whether you're preparing for the CISSP exam or need a comprehensive, up-to-date reference, or both.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 728 pages
• Publisher: Auerbach Publications; 4 Sub edition (October 28, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0849398290
• ISBN-13: 978-0849398292
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.3 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 2.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,868,783 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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36 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not written as an exam guide & is Vol 1 of 3 volumes, July 20, 2002

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Mike Tarrani "www.tarrani.com" (Deltona, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Information Security Management Handbook, Fourth Edition, Volume I (Hardcover)

This book is a collection of papers that covers the ten domains of the Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) Generally Accepted Systems Security Principles (GASSP). As a compendium of knowledge from acknowledged experts this book represents an exceptionally valuable tool for security practitioners, and because the papers are grouped by CBK domain, it is also a useful study aid for anyone who is pursuing CISSP certification.

The papers, individually and collectively, contain a wealth of information. However, anyone who wants to use this book as a resource for preparing for the CISSP exam should know that this book is Volume 1 of a three volume set. Moreover, this is not a book that was written as a study guide as much as a professional reference, and it isn't the only book a CISSP candidate should read.

For the practitioner this book is an excellent investment because it does cover all ten CBK domains in great detail. However, I recommend investing in the CD ROM version of this book (Information Security Management Handbook on CD-ROM, ISBN 0849312345), which contains this book and Volumes 2 and 3. The CD ROM is more up-to-date and is more convenient then three books that combined contain nearly 2000 pages.

Regardless of whether you opt for this book or the CD ROM, you'll gain a wealth of knowledge from this book and if used in conjunction with other sources of information you will be well prepared to pass the CISSP exam.

38 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Information Security Management Handbook, March 28, 2000

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John Bumgarner - See all my reviews

This review is from: Information Security Management Handbook, Fourth Edition, Volume I (Hardcover)

Overall the book provides an excellent overview of the information security arena. The length of the text is 728 pages, which is not light reading, but it is still in line within other books in the same category. The book is a compilation of several white papers on important topics relevent to information security. I used the handbook as a reference when studying for the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) exam. I would recommended reading it, especially if you have limited knowledge in some of the exam's core areas.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars It's not an end-all, but it's a great reference book, July 14, 2000

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Charles Garzoni (Manassas, VA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Information Security Management Handbook, Fourth Edition, Volume I (Hardcover)

I'm currently using it to study for the CISSP examination, so I read it cover to cover (Which was not an easy thing to do). The authors use quite a bit of jargon and get very cerebral at times, so have some sort of IT or network security background before digging in. Although I didn't agree with everything the authors sugested, most of their procesess were right on target. I use the book extensively as a reference in my position as both an investigator and a Security Analyst. It will give the IT professional an appreciative look at security, computer crimes, and legal aspects of performing technical investigative duties. I highly recommend the book, but be wary, it can be difficult to follow at times if your reading straight through. Again, it's a great reference.