CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Certification Guide - Third Edition

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Summarize elements of effective security governance

Introduction

This chapter covers the first objective in Domain 5.0, Security Program Management and Oversight, of the CompTIA Security+ exam.

In this first chapter, we will examine the policies required to maintain effective governance. We’ll first consider guidelines and how they differ from policies, before carrying out a detailed study of the relevant policies needed for effective governance. This review of various governance standards will be followed by an exploration of procedure and governance structures as well as a breakdown of data roles and their responsibilities.

This chapter will give you an overview of why companies rely on these processes to keep their environments safe and ...