Defending the Digital Frontier

Defending the Digital FrontierSecond EditionThe book recognizes, and correctly characterizes, digital security according to one of the fundamental tenets of IT governance: security, like IT governance, is a management issue, not a technical one. This book takes a very practical approach to a critical issue, and provides executive management with sound, cost-effective techniques grounded in business realities. Management and the C-suite will do well to keep these techniques in mind when formulating IT strategies that are aligned with and support business goals.--Marios DamianidesCISA, CISM, CPA, CA, International President, Information Systems Audit and Control Association and IT Governance InstituteErnst & Young has done a superb job in demonstrating why the integrity of Digital Information Systems is fundamental to success. The authors show that protecting computers from attack is only a small part of this task. This book focuses on handling systemic risk and complexity--the inevitable problems that arise when you integrate computerized information systems with human activity systems: namely the company itself, customers, suppliers, competitors, as well as the broader political and regulatory environment. I can recommend it as essential reading to all senior executives.--Ian AngellProfessor of Information Systems, London School of EconomicsThe CBI considers security of information to be a major issue for individuals and businesses in the growing digital world. This book makes clear, that the key to success in this new environment is in using technology effectively--technology cannot make a badly organised business good, but it can make a good business better. Ernst & Young has identified critical organisational and management processes that global companies need to implement to ensure that technology effectively secures information assets that are at the heart of today's economy.--Digby JonesDirector General, CBI