Security Governance

Are you prepared for AI systems that don’t just follow instructions—but create their own goals? Struggling to make sense of the emerging risks posed by increasingly autonomous AI systems? Worried about how to secure, govern, and control agentic AI before it makes decisions that go beyond your intent? Want to protect your organization from reputational, legal, or financial fallout—but don’t know where to start? If so, Agentic AI: Navigating Risks and Security Challenges is for you. In this practical and beginner-friendly guide, cybersecurity expert Taimur Ijlal introduces you to the ...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is causing massive changes in our lives, both at the individual and societal level, with the global AI market expected to reach around 126 billion US dollars by 2025. As more and more decision-making moves to AI systems, unique risks are being introduced. However, this topic can be quite challenging for newcomers who want to understand the governance and cyber-security risks that AI introduces. This book assumes zero prior knowledge of AI or machine learning and explains in an easy-to-understand way how to govern and secure AI.

A compendium of essential information for the modern security entrepreneur and practitioner. This audiobook provides essential direction for those who want to succeed in security, either individually or as part of a team. It also aims to stimulate some fresh ideas and provide new market routes for security professionals who may feel they are underappreciated and overexerted in traditional business domains.

Empowers business leaders and IT professionals with a deep understanding of the capabilities, challenges, and capacity of AI-driven data solutions. "Privacy, Ethics, Security, Intellectual Property, Business, and Humanity may have seemed like disjointed ideas, disciplines, or silos. With the advent of AI and ML, these concepts must join and be operationalized to harness great promise and prevent terrible harm. Justin and Mario's book provides guidance and starting points for exploring and building. The time is now, and the tool is in your hands." - Michelle Finneran Dennedy, CEO, Privacy ...

Your Complete Guide to Securing Artificial Intelligence with the NIST AI Risk Management Framework In an era where artificial intelligence is revolutionizing every industry — from finance and healthcare to defense and education — AI Security Essentials delivers the clarity and direction professionals need to secure these powerful systems. This hands-on guide offers a comprehensive, real-world introduction to AI security using the official NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF 1.0). Whether you’re a technical expert, team leader, policy advisor, or aspiring AI security specialist, ...

Are you ready to revolutionize your organization’s approach to cybersecurity and learn GRC? In a world where threats evolve faster than ever, achieving robust Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) is no longer optional—it’s essential. Yet, countless organizations struggle to bridge the gap between lofty compliance standards and practical implementation. Imagine having a proven roadmap that transforms the complexities of cybersecurity frameworks into a clear, actionable plan tailored to your organization’s unique needs while giving you a practical understanding of GRC. ...

The AI Exploit Playbook: How to Defend Humanity in the Age of Autonomous Power Artificial intelligence is no longer just a tool. It is becoming a self-learning, self-directing force that can outthink, outpace, and outmaneuver the humans who created it. In the wrong hands, it is the ultimate weapon. In the wrong system, it is the perfect disaster. This book is your defense plan. Drawing from cutting-edge research, real-world security failures, and behind-the-scenes insights from the AI frontier, The AI Exploit Playbook reveals how autonomous systems are being used, abused, and weaponized in ...

This comprehensive guide to Microsoft Azure Data Engineering is designed to elevate your skills in data analytics, pipeline development, and Azure cloud solutions. Dive deep into essential concepts like data integration, ETL, SQL, Data Lakes, storage management, Data Governance, Data Strategy and big data architecture. This eBook is a Number #1 Best Seller in the following categories: #1 Data Warehousing #1 Computer Engineering #1 SQL Programming In today's job market, skilled Azure Data Engineers are rare, and their compensation reflects that rarity. They enjoy substantial salaries and the...

Based on insights gained from academic research, as well as interviews with UK-based security professionals from various sectors, The Psychology of Information Security describes how resolving conflicts between security compliance and human behavior explains the importance of careful risk management and how to align a security program with wider business objectives, providing methods and techniques to engage stakeholders and encourage buy-in.

CISM questions are designed to test manager-level judgment. They often present realistic situations where multiple responses sound reasonable, and the difference between a pass and a frustrating miss comes down to priorities: what comes first, what should be formalized, who owns the decision, and what aligns best to governance and business objectives. CISM Flash Cards is built to train that thinking through repetition. This book includes 1,000 digital flash cards designed for daily drills and rapid review. The cards reinforce the language and core concepts across the four CISM domains: ...

CCISO Flash Cards are designed for rapid review and steady progress, one short session at a time. Use this book to: Drill CCISO terms, concepts, and leadership patterns through repetition Strengthen recall for governance, risk, and program management topics Practice the language used in executive-focused security questions Study in small windows without losing momentum Refresh quickly during the final stretch before exam day If you want a practical way to keep CCISO prep moving alongside a full schedule, these flashcards are built for daily use.

AZ-900 Flash Cards is built for fast, high repetition study for Microsoft Azure Fundamentals. Use short sessions to strengthen recall and reduce second guessing during the exam. What these flashcards help you do: Memorize key Azure terms and service categories Reinforce cloud models, service models, and shared responsibility Build rapid recognition of core Azure services and use cases Review identity, security, governance, and compliance basics Stay sharp on pricing and subscription fundamentals How to use them: 10 to 15 minutes per day for steady progress Targeted review of weak areas ...

CCISO is a leadership exam. It measures whether you can make executive-level security decisions under constraints, communicate risk clearly, and run a security program that aligns to business outcomes. CCISO For Busy People helps you study with purpose by focusing on how the exam is written and what “best answer” really means in governance-heavy scenarios. What you will get in this book: A practical, decision-first walkthrough of the CCISO exam domains Plain-English explanations designed for short study sessions Scenario-driven practice that mirrors executive tradeoffs and ...

Discover Secrets to Victory with this Strategic Knowledge Compass, your Ultimate Guide to Winning Wars & Keeping the Peace.Are you ready to master military strategy? Buy this book and you'll immediately get a comprehensive knowledge compass guiding you to winning military strategies from history. Packed with key insights and leadership lessons from the greatest military strategies in history! Discover the secrets to effective deterrence and victory in war, and learn how to apply strategic lessons to any challenge where clear thinking, bold decision-making, and effective execution are ...

AZ-900 For Busy People is a practical study guide for passing the Microsoft AZ-900 exam without turning your life upside down. It focuses on the core ideas Microsoft tests and explains them in plain language that supports fast recall during the exam. What you will learn: Cloud concepts that drive most exam questions Cloud service models and what you manage vs. what Microsoft manages Core Azure services and what they are used for Identity, security, governance, and compliance basics in Azure Pricing concepts, subscriptions, and cost awareness at a fundamentals level How to read Microsoft ...

This audiobook is a comprehensive cyber security implementation manual which gives practical guidance on the individual activities identified in the IT Governance Cyber Resilience Framework (CRF) that can help organisations become cyber resilient and combat the cyber threat landscape.

Not all CISOs step into the role out of vocation or with the right context. Many arrive without a team, without a budget, without a clear mandate—and with the implicit expectation that “nothing can go wrong.” This book is written for them. A Resistance Manual for Accidental CISOs is not a technical treatise or a catalog of tools. It is a realistic guide for those who must govern security in imperfect organizations, make decisions with incomplete information, and sustain the role under constant pressure. Throughout the book, it addresses the first days in the position, the critical ...

In Artificial Intelligence: The Age of Thinking Machines, TD. Barnes — intelligence veteran and acclaimed author of CIA Station D – Area 51 — delivers a sweeping and grounded exploration of the most consequential technology of our time. From Alan Turing’s first provocative question to the global race for AI dominance, this book traces the birth, rise, and real-world impact of intelligent machines. It reveals how AI is transforming medicine, warfare, business, and daily life — while raising urgent questions about bias, surveillance, misinformation, and control. With clarity and ...

"Information Security and Cybersecurity Frameworks 101", provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and implementing information security and cybersecurity frameworks. The book covers popular frameworks, such as ISO/IEC 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and Center for Internet Security (CIS) Critical Security Controls, and provides guidance on selecting and implementing the appropriate framework for an organization's specific needs and challenges. The book also includes case studies and lessons learned, as well as a section on emerging trends and technologies. With a focus on the ...

If you are studying for CISM, you are preparing for an exam that evaluates leadership and decision-making, not hands-on troubleshooting. It expects you to think like an information security manager: set direction through governance, evaluate risk in business terms, build and run a program that delivers measurable outcomes, and respond to incidents in a way that strengthens the organization over time. Many candidates find CISM challenging because the answer that feels most “correct” in the real world is not always the best answer on the exam. The exam is testing priority, process, and ...