Fundamentals of Information Systems Security, Fourth Edition

Revised and updated with the latest trends and information in the field Fundamentals of Information Systems Security, Fourth Edition provides a comprehensive overview of the concepts readers must know as they pursue careers in information systems security. The text opens with a discussion of emerging technologies and the risks, threats, and vulnerabilities associated with our digital world. Part II takes a deeper dive into the foundational knowledge areas and functions associated with a career in information security. The book closes with a survey of information security standards, professional certifications, and compliance laws. With its practical, conversational writing style and step-by-step examples, this text is a must-have resource for those entering the world of information systems security.

Features and Benefits

• Available with new Cybersecurity Cloud Labs, which provide immersive mock IT infrastructures where students can learn and practice foundational cybersecurity skills.
• Offers a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the field of information security.
• Maps to the major domains of the CompTIA Security+ Certification exam.
• Includes a new chapter on Digital Forensics.
• Features additional coverage of AI, Big Data, 5G, Cloud, and other emerging technologies.

About the Author

David Kim - BSEE, CCNA, CISSP, CSCI, GRS Services, Principle Consultant, Fairfax, Virginia

David Kim is the president of Security Evolutions, Inc. (SEI; www.security-evolutions.com), located outside the Washington, DC, metropolitan area. SEI provides governance, risk, and compliance consulting services for public and private sector clients globally. SEI’s clients include healthcare institutions, banking institutions, governments, and international airports. SEI’s IT security consulting services include security risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, compliance audits, and designing of layered security solutions for enterprises. In addition, available services include developing business continuity and disaster recovery plans. Mr. Kim’s IT and IT security experience encompasses more than 30+ years of technical engineering, technical management, and sales and marketing management. This experience includes LAN/WAN, internetworking, enterprise network management, and IT security for voice, video, and data networking infrastructures. He is an accomplished author and part-time adjunct professor who enjoys teaching cybersecurity to students across the United States.

Michael G. Solomon, PhD, CISSP, PMP, CISM - Professor, University of the Cumberlands

Michael G. Solomon PhD, CISSP, PMP, CISM, CySA+, Pentest+, is an author, educator, and consultant focusing on privacy, security, blockchain, and identity management. As an IT professional and consultant since 1987, Dr. Solomon has led project teams for many Fortune 500 companies and has authored and contributed to more than 25 books and numerous training courses. Dr. Solomon is a Professor of Cyber Security and Global Business with Blockchain Technology at the University of the Cumberlands and holds a PhD in Computer Science and Informatics from Emory University.