Getting an Information Security Job For Dummies
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| Rating | : | 4.20 (913 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1119002818 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 336 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-01-01 |
| Language | : | English |
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"Great first half" according to Amazon Customer. First half of book is great told me what I needed to know, Last half of the book is really "Basic How to get a job (any job)" and I did not need that information.. Five Stars Excellent source for those seeking career advice.Timely and relevent. Well written. Amazon Customer said Good but. The problem is the competition for jobs!
Gregory, CISSP, CISA, CRISC, CCISO, CCSK, QSA, is a director of strategic services at a national security consulting firm and the author of over thirty books on security and emerging technology. Peter H. He is an advisory board member and lead instructor at the University of Washington continuing education program in information systems security.
What's hot in the field — explore some of the key issues in information security such as encryption, virtualization, regulatory compliance, and cloud computingWhat's involved — take a peek inside different InfoSec jobsGet prepared — find out what type of education and training you need and which certifications will help your causeChoose your environment — look at the pros and cons of working for a security vendor, a private company, academia, or the governmentFine-tune your brand — learn to build your professional network, use social media correctly, and create a portfolioGetting in the d
Next, you'll get up to speed on the general educational concepts you'll be exposed to while earning your analyst certification and the technical requirements for obtaining an IS position. Inside, you'll discover the fascinating history, projected future, and current applications/issues in the IS field. Packed with the latest and most effective strategies for landing a lucrative job in this popular and quickly-growing field, Getting an Information Security Job For Dummies provides no-nonsense guidance on everything you need to get ahead of the competition and launch yourself into your dream job as an Information Security (IS)