IT Audit Field Manual
eBook Details:
- Paperback: 336 pages
- Publisher: WOW! eBook (September 13, 2024)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1835467938
- ISBN-13: 978-1835467930
eBook Description:
IT Audit Field Manual: Strengthen your cyber defense through proactive IT auditing. Master effective IT auditing techniques, from security control reviews to advanced cybersecurity practices, with this essential field manual.
As cyber threats evolve and regulations tighten, IT professionals struggle to maintain effective auditing practices and ensure robust cybersecurity across complex systems. Drawing from over a decade of submarine military service and extensive cybersecurity experience, Lewis offers a unique blend of technical expertise and field-tested insights in this comprehensive field manual.
Serving as a roadmap for beginners as well as experienced professionals, this manual guides you from foundational concepts and audit planning to in-depth explorations of auditing various IT systems and networks, including Cisco devices, next-generation firewalls, cloud environments, endpoint security, and Linux systems. You’ll develop practical skills in assessing security configurations, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations. This IT Audit Field Manual book also covers data protection, reporting, remediation, advanced auditing techniques, and emerging trends.
- Evaluate cybersecurity across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud with IT auditing principles
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in IT systems
- Explore IT auditing careers, roles, and essential knowledge for professional growth
- Assess the effectiveness of security controls in mitigating cyber risks
- Audit for compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, and other standards
- Explore auditing tools for security evaluations of network devices and IT components
Complete with insightful guidance on building a successful career in IT auditing, by the end of this IT Audit Field Manual book, you’ll be equipped with the tools to navigate the complex landscape of cybersecurity and compliance, bridging the gap between technical expertise and practical application.