The Cybersecurity Guide to Governance, Risk, and Compliance

Acknowledgments

This journey of writing “Mastering Cybersecurity” has been one of profound learning, discovery, and collaboration. It would not have been possible without the unwavering support of my family and the invaluable insights from a remarkable community of cybersecurity professionals.

First and foremost, I extend my deepest gratitude to my family—my wife, Selda, and our four children, Michelle, Chris, Ceylin, and Mayra. Your love, patience, and encouragement have been my anchor and inspiration through the countless hours dedicated to this project.

I also wish to express my sincere thanks to the incredible individuals I have had the privilege of meeting and working within cybersecurity. Each of you has contributed to this book in ways words can hardly capture:

Wil Bennet

Gary McAlum

Rob Fisher

Wendell Ladd

Brady Justice

Kurt Lubelan

Kim Kemp

Don Wuebben

Brennan Holland, Esq.

Derek Burkes

Amy Reed

Kanishk Mehta

Chris Gile

Jodi Marlette

Dr. Patrick Woods

Dr. Paul Cooper

Joe Arthur

Mike Stewart

Eric Fisch

Sandra Cerda

Jason Witty

Jeff Spaeth

Clark Cummings

Selda Edwards

Derek Burkes (acknowledged twice for their exceptional contribution)

Meltem Burkes

Clarke Cummings

Kristyn Lette

Chinho Ko

Subash Poudyal, PhD

Kul Subedi, PhD

Jim Huseman

Gordon Bjorman

Dr. Angela Dogan

Jerry Smith

Leead Negri

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Michael Castillo

Kelley Dadah

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