Security when outsourcing services should be of the utmost priority - order this book to help you with this vitally important topic - buy today!
If you need a working knowledge of how to implement and manage outsourcing and off-shoring of IT and business services whilst maintaining security, then this is the book for you.
The book’s focus on the practical along with the specialist aspects of security management will give you a firm grounding in outsourcing solutions.
Clearly laid out, the book sets out guidance, best practice and critical success factors for managing security risks. If you are the impatient type, the key learning points contained in each chapter are a useful starting point for grasping the salient issues.
The book is an easy-to-follow guide for anyone without prior knowledge of the topic. It sets out guidance, learning points, best practices and critical success factors associated with managing the security risks associated with outsourcing and off-shoring of IT and business services.
Managing Security in Outsourced and Offshored Environments content is presented in an easy to understand and jargon-free style. Clearly structured to follow the life-cycle of outsourcing, you'll read about defining, selection, negotiation, implementation and ongoing management of outsourced services.
Contents:
- Introduction
- Types of outsourcing and off-shoring and their associated risks
- Business drivers for outsourcing and their impact on security
- Planning and preparation for outsourcing
- Selecting a supplier
- Developing and negotiating the contract
- Implementing the new arrangement
- Managing the relationship
- Review, termination and exit
- In conclusion
- References
Reviews:
'The handbook every manager should read before they sign the contract.'
Professor Paul Dorey, Visiting Professor, Royal Holloway, University of London
'This well-respected author takes a fresh perspective on the challenges of security. This stand-out guide shows clearly what needs to be done.'
Dr Alastair MacWillson, Global Managing Director, Accenture Technology Consulting
'A must-have comprehensive reference of essential standards, controls and legislation. The author, David Lacey, offers superb practical guidance based on a wealth of experience.'
Geoff Harris, President of the Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) - UK
'An interesting and informative read on an extremely important, topical subject.'
Professor Fred Piper, Information Security Group, Royal Holloway, University of London
Key Features and Benefits:
- Managing Security in Outsourced and Offshored Environments is suitable for both inexperienced and experienced practitioners alike. Providing an ideal, easy-to-use resource.
- Written by an author with many years of experience in the information security industry. David Lacey is an IT and Security Director, with experience in large organisations such as Royal Dutch Shell and the UK's Royal Mail Group. Showing the authority of the material in the book.
- Shows how you can realise the cost benefits of outsourcing and offshoring whilst still keeping your organisations information secure.
Author: David Lacey
Publisher: BSI
ISBN 10: 0580687015
ISBN 13: 9780580687013
Pages: 143
Format: Softcover
Published Date: 4 June 2010
Availability: In Stock
Order this book to outsourcing and offshoring essential services whilst still maintaining the confidentiality, integrity and availability of your organisation's information and data - buy now!