Get prepared for your Information Security job search!
Do you want to equip yourself with the knowledge necessary to succeed in the Information Security job market? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Packed with the latest and most effective strategies for landing a lucrative job in this popular and quickly-growing field, Getting an Information Security Job For Dummies provides no-nonsense guidance on everything you need to get ahead of the competition and launch yourself into your dream job as an Information Security (IS) guru. Inside, you’ll discover the fascinating history, projected future, and current applications/issues in the IS field. Next, you’ll get up to speed on the general educational concepts you’ll be exposed to while earning your analyst certification and the technical requirements for obtaining an IS position. Finally, learn how to set yourself up for job hunting success with trusted and supportive guidance on creating a winning resume, gaining attention with your cover letter, following up after an initial interview, and much more.
* Covers the certifications needed for various jobs in the Information Security field
* Offers guidance on writing an attention-getting resume
* Provides access to helpful videos, along with other online bonus materials
* Offers advice on branding yourself and securing your future in Information Security
If you’re a student, recent graduate, or professional looking to break into the field of Information Security, this hands-on, friendly guide has you covered.
Table of Content
Introduction 1
About This Book 1
Foolish Assumptions 2
Icons Used in This Book 2
Beyond the Book 3
Where to Go from Here 3
Part I: So You Want to Be an Info Sec Professional 5
Chapter 1: Securing Your Future in Information Security 7
Chapter 2: Understanding Info Sec Roles: One Day in the Life 21
Chapter 3: Exploring Current Issues in Information Security 41
Part II: Having the Right Stuff 67
Chapter 4: Education, Training, and Certifications 69
Chapter 5: Key Technology Concepts 103
Chapter 6: Key Management Concepts 131
Part III: Finding a Job with the Right Organization 155
Chapter 7: Life as a Security Consultant 157
Chapter 8: Working for a Security Vendor 165
Chapter 9: Working as an In-House Security Professional 169
Chapter 10: Serving in the Public Sector or Academia 177
Part IV: Getting Hired! 183
Chapter 11: Branding Yourself for Your Dream Career 185
Chapter 12: Creating a Winning Resume 207
Chapter 13: Getting Attention with Your Cover Letter 227
Chapter 14: The Interview: Bringing Your Resume to Life 237
Chapter 15: After the Interview 251
Part V: The Part of Tens 269
Chapter 16: Ten Organizations for Info Sec Professionals 271
Chapter 17: Ten Security Resources to Help You Stay Current 277
Chapter 18: Ten Essential Security References 281
Chapter 19: Ten Great Questions to Ask Your Interviewer 285
Glossary 293
Index 311
About the author
Peter H. Gregory, CISSP, CISA, CRISC, C|CISO, CCSK, QSA, is a director of strategic services at a national security consulting firm and the author of over thirty books on security and emerging technology. He is an advisory board member and lead instructor at the University of Washington continuing education program in information systems security.
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