Information Security Fundamentals, 2nd Edition

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that the organization must adhere to. ese contacts may be with higher headquar-

ters, legislative affairs organizations, industry groups, and government-wide forums.

Additionally, the organization should maintain contacts with other types of authori-

ties related to the security of its information, which may include utilities companies,

emergency service organizations, fire departments, telecommunication providers, and

emergency health and safety personnel.

Contact with Special Interest Groups

e information security organization should identify needs for both internal and

external specialized information security advice and information. e organiza-

tion should have a process for assuring the value a