The Cybersecurity Playbook

A NON-TECHNICAL GUIDE FOR DEFENDING YOUR ORGANIZATION AGAINST HACKERS . . . If you're a generally nontechnical person, rest assured that I strive to give you sufficient education to understand the nuances of this thorny subject, without overwhelming you with technical details. If you're more technical than I am, while I won't dumb down this topic, I will provide prescriptions that every employee-technical or otherwise-can practice to protect her organization. Finally, if you are one of my cybersecurity brethren, I hope you read and enjoy this book as a glimpse into our world. Then, I want you to pass it along to your non-cybersecurity colleagues to recruit them in our fight. -From Chapter One It seems not a day goes by without news of yet another cyberattack on a high-profile company. The ever-increasing connectivity of modern organizations and heavy use of cloud-based solutions continue to present unique challenges. Data breaches, malicious software infections, and cyberattacks cost organizations time, money, and reputation. The Cybersecurity Playbook is the non-technical guide for enhancing an organization's security. The cybersecurity procedures presented are written for all members of a company, no matter their level or position. An organization is only as secure as its weakest link. Fortify your company's cybersecurity defenses by following the step-by-step procedures outlined in this invaluable guide.