The Cybersecurity Guide to Governance, Risk, and Compliance

Target Audience

The subject of cybersecurity touches a wide range of professionals. One of the key strengths of this book is its cross‐industry applicability, which means it can benefit a diverse audience. This guide targets cybersecurity professionals, from those beginning their careers to seasoned experts. It provides foundational knowledge and in‐depth insights into cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance.

Compliance officers are another primary audience for this book. These professionals ensure that their organizations adhere to the necessary regulations and standards. Compliance officers can more effectively align their practices with the organization's cyber risk management efforts with a clear understanding of cybersecurity principles.

IT professionals can gain substantial value from this guide, whether directly involved in cybersecurity or not. Cybersecurity is not a stand‐alone function; it is deeply interwoven with other IT practices. Therefore, understanding cybersecurity principles can aid IT professionals in designing, implementing, and maintaining systems and networks that are resilient against cyber threats.

For business executives, understanding cybersecurity is about much more than technology; it is about ensuring business continuity and preserving stakeholder trust. This book aims to give executives the knowledge they need to make informed decisions related to cybersecurity and drive cyber risk governance in their organizations.

The book is equally ...