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Michael Lines

Heuristic Risk Management

Michael Lines

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Michael Lines
15 May 2024
Risk assessment; Insurance & actuarial studies; Computer viruses, Trojans & worms
In the relentless cyber war, understanding that every individual and organization is a target is crucial. In this book, I offer a groundbreaking perspective on cybersecurity risk management, addressing a core issue: despite increased legislation and frameworks, massive breaches continue. Why? The problem often lies in ineffective or non-existent risk assessment and management, resulting in an ineffective cybersecurity program.

Enter Heuristic Risk Management (HRM), a method I developed that is simple, intuitive, and highly effective. HRM cuts through the complexity of quantitative approaches and overbearing government regulations, providing a clear, easily implementable strategy that genuinely reduces risk.

This book is a must-read for security leaders in organizations of all sizes, from SMBs with minimal security programs to large, heavily regulated companies. It's especially valuable for small businesses, often the most vulnerable and least prepared for cyber threats.

Structured into three parts - Strategic, Tactical, and Operational Risk Management - the book builds a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity threats and how to combat them. You'll learn how to identify your enemies, prepare defenses, and adjust your strategies in an ever-evolving threat landscape.

I've kept the book concise and to the point, focusing on practical, actionable advice rather than overloading it with unnecessary details. For those who want more, numerous footnotes link to additional resources and information.

Don't let compliance traps and the complexity of traditional frameworks hold you back. Embrace HRM and turn your cybersecurity efforts into a robust defense mechanism that outsmarts and outpaces your adversaries. Your enemies aren't waiting - why should you?
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Imprint:   Michael Lines
Dimensions:   Height: 229mm,  Width: 152mm,  Spine: 9mm
Weight:   227g
ISBN:   9781964431017
ISBN 10:   1964431018
Pages:   164
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Michael is an information security/risk executive and consultant, with a 20-year track record as a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), advisory Information Security practice leader, and information security/risk consultant. He writes, blogs, presents, speaks, and provides interviews on a wide variety of information security topics, primarily concerning what it takes to develop and run effective information security programs, and why so many companies continue to suffer security breaches due to ineffective programs.

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