The Official (ISC)2 SSCP CBK Reference - Hardcover

Wills, Mike

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1119601940 ISBN 13: 9781119601944

Publisher: Sybex, 2020

Synopsis

The only official body of knowledge for SSCP—(ISC)²’s popular credential for hands-on security professionals—fully revised and updated.

Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) is an elite, hands-on cybersecurity certification that validates the technical skills to implement, monitor, and administer IT infrastructure using information security policies and procedures. SSCP certification—fully compliant with U.S. Department of Defense Directive 8140 and 8570 requirements—is valued throughout the IT security industry. The Official (ISC)² SSCP CBK Reference is the only official Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) available for SSCP-level practitioners, exclusively from (ISC)², the global leader in cybersecurity certification and training.

This authoritative volume contains essential knowledge practitioners require on a regular basis. Accurate, up-to-date chapters provide in-depth coverage of the seven SSCP domains: Access Controls; Security Operations and Administration; Risk Identification, Monitoring and Analysis; Incident Response and Recovery; Cryptography; Network and Communications Security; and Systems and Application Security.

Designed to serve as a reference for information security professionals throughout their careers, this indispensable (ISC)²guide:

• Provides comprehensive coverage of the latest domains and objectives of the SSCP
• Helps better secure critical assets in their organizations
• Serves as a complement to the SSCP Study Guide for certification candidates

The Official (ISC)² SSCP CBK Reference is an essential resource for SSCP-level professionals, SSCP candidates and other practitioners involved in cybersecurity.

About this title

About the Author

Mike Wills, SSCP, CISSP, Assistant Professor and Program Chair of Applied Information Technologies in the College of Business at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Worldwide Campus. Mike has been a pioneer in ethical hacking since his days as a phone phreak. His many years of cutting-edge experience in secure systems design, development, and operation have enriched the dozens of courses he's built and taught. He created ERAU's Master of Science in Information Security and Assurance degree program and leads the university's teaching and courseware development for the Microsoft Software & Systems Academy at ERAU's 13 US teaching sites.

From the Back Cover

"The recognition that comes with an (ISC)² Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) credential next to your name shows your understanding of and proficiency with the hands-on technical work that is needed in the information security field. It demonstrates that you closely follow best practices, policies and procedures in accordance with the SSCP Common Body of Knowledge. Whether you are using this guide to supplement your preparation to sit for the exam or you are an existing SSCP using this as a reference, this book helps to facilitate the practical knowledge you need to assure strong information security for your organization's daily operations."
– David Shearer, CISSP, CEO of (ISC)²

Cybersecurity professionals are responsible for protecting information central to virtually every aspect of modern life. Systems Security Certified Practitioners (SSCP) ensure that businesses and organizations keep private data safe, secure, and reliable. This elite certification validates technical skills to implement, monitor, and administer IT infrastructure using appropriate information security policies and procedures. Information security professionals need to keep pace with new threats and the ever-changing ways organizations use the Internet and information technology. The Official (I^SC)2 SSCP CBK Reference is the only official Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) for SSCP-level practitioners from (ISC)², a global leader in cybersecurity certification and training.

This comprehensive volume provides detailed, fully up-to-date coverage of the seven SSCP domains: Access Controls; Security Operations and Administration; Risk Identification, Monitoring and Analysis; Incident Response and Recovery; Cryptography; Network and Communications Security; and Systems and Application Security. The book is organized around domain-based concepts, ideas, problems, and solutions to help you find the right information quickly and efficiently. Fundamental principles, design standards, and techniques are demonstrated by numerous illustrated examples, tables, and real-world scenarios. It contains in-depth coverage of theoretical knowledge, industry best practices, and applied skills including implementing and maintaining authentication methods, implementing security controls and assessing compliance, supporting forensic investigations, cryptography and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) systems, and analyzing malicious code and activity.

An ideal complement to the SSCP Study Guide, this indispensable resource will serve as your authoritative reference source throughout your career.

From the Inside Flap

"The recognition that comes with an (ISC)² Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) credential next to your name shows your understanding of and proficiency with the hands-on technical work that is needed in the information security field. It demonstrates that you closely follow best practices, policies and procedures in accordance with the SSCP Common Body of Knowledge. Whether you are using this guide to supplement your preparation to sit for the exam or you are an existing SSCP using this as a reference, this book helps to facilitate the practical knowledge you need to assure strong information security for your organization's daily operations."
– David Shearer, CISSP, CEO of (ISC)²

Cybersecurity professionals are responsible for protecting information central to virtually every aspect of modern life. Systems Security Certified Practitioners (SSCP) ensure that businesses and organizations keep private data safe, secure, and reliable. This elite certification validates technical skills to implement, monitor, and administer IT infrastructure using appropriate information security policies and procedures. Information security professionals need to keep pace with new threats and the ever-changing ways organizations use the Internet and information technology. The Official (I^SC)2 SSCP CBK Reference is the only official Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) for SSCP-level practitioners from (ISC)², a global leader in cybersecurity certification and training.

This comprehensive volume provides detailed, fully up-to-date coverage of the seven SSCP domains: Access Controls; Security Operations and Administration; Risk Identification, Monitoring and Analysis; Incident Response and Recovery; Cryptography; Network and Communications Security; and Systems and Application Security. The book is organized around domain-based concepts, ideas, problems, and solutions to help you find the right information quickly and efficiently. Fundamental principles, design standards, and techniques are demonstrated by numerous illustrated examples, tables, and real-world scenarios. It contains in-depth coverage of theoretical knowledge, industry best practices, and applied skills including implementing and maintaining authentication methods, implementing security controls and assessing compliance, supporting forensic investigations, cryptography and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) systems, and analyzing malicious code and activity.

An ideal complement to the SSCP Study Guide, this indispensable resource will serve as your authoritative reference source throughout your career.

Edition details

• Publisher: Sybex
• Publication date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1119601940
• ISBN 13: 9781119601944
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 784