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IT Audit Field Manual. Strengthen your cyber defense through proactive IT auditing

IT Audit Field Manual. Strengthen your cyber defense through proactive IT auditing

Lewis Heuermann

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As cyber threats evolve and regulations tighten, IT professionals struggle to maintain effective auditing practices and ensure robust cybersecurity across complex systems. Drawing from over a decade of submarine military service and extensive cybersecurity experience, Lewis offers a unique blend of technical expertise and field-tested insights in this comprehensive field manual.
Serving as a roadmap for beginners as well as experienced professionals, this manual guides you from foundational concepts and audit planning to in-depth explorations of auditing various IT systems and networks, including Cisco devices, next-generation firewalls, cloud environments, endpoint security, and Linux systems. You’ll develop practical skills in assessing security configurations, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations. This book also covers data protection, reporting, remediation, advanced auditing techniques, and emerging trends.
Complete with insightful guidance on building a successful career in IT auditing, by the end of this book, you’ll be equipped with the tools to navigate the complex landscape of cybersecurity and compliance, bridging the gap between technical expertise and practical application.
  • 1. Introduction to IT Auditing
  • 2. Audit Planning and Preparation
  • 3. Cisco Switches and Routers: Access Methods and Security Assessments
  • 4. Next-Generation Firewall Auditing
  • 5. Cloud Security Auditing
  • 6. Endpoint Security: Windows 10 and Windows 11
  • 7. Linux Systems Auditing
  • 8. Wireless Access Points and Storage Technology Auditing
  • 9. Data Protection and Privacy Considerations
  • 10. Reporting and Remediation
  • 11. Advanced Topics in IT Auditing
  • 12. Building an IT Audit Career
  • 13. Appendix: Conclusion and Future Outlook
  • Title: IT Audit Field Manual. Strengthen your cyber defense through proactive IT auditing
  • Author: Lewis Heuermann
  • Original title: IT Audit Field Manual. Strengthen your cyber defense through proactive IT auditing
  • ISBN: 9781835468821, 9781835468821
  • Date of issue: 2024-09-13
  • Format: Ebook
  • Item ID: e_40eu
  • Publisher: Packt Publishing