Nadean H. Tanner Knihy

This practical handbook addresses cybersecurity for both tech and non-tech professionals. With increasing reports of data breaches, businesses of all sizes must prioritize cybersecurity. Many existing resources are either too specialized for non-technical roles or too general for IT professionals. Author Nadean Tanner, with experience in academia and the Department of Defense, offers a balanced approach that is accessible and substantive for those in IT and management across various industries. The guide presents best practices and tools for cybersecurity management and hands-on professionals, whether they are new to the field or seeking to enhance their skills. Key topics include security assessment and configuration, protection strategies, offensive measures, and remediation, all aligned with the CIS Controls version 7. Readers will discover how to utilize essential open-source and free tools such as Ping, Tracert, PuTTY, NMAP, and Wireshark, among others. The book provides up-to-date, practical cybersecurity instruction relevant to both management and technical roles, with clear explanations of cybersecurity theory. It is designed for easy navigation and includes a training appendix on Linux, guidance on building a virtual lab, and a glossary of key terms. This resource is invaluable for anyone in digital policy, IT security, or management, ensuring it remains a relevant reference for all career levels.

Prepare for success on the challenging CASP+ CAS-004 exam  In the newly updated Second Edition of  CASP+ CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner Practice Tests Exam CAS-004 , accomplished cybersecurity expert Nadean Tanner delivers an extensive collection of CASP+ preparation materials, including hundreds of domain-by-domain test questions and two additional practice exams.  Prepare for the new CAS-004 exam, as well as a new career in advanced cybersecurity, with Sybex’s proven approach to certification success. You’ll get ready for the exam, to impress your next interviewer, and excel at your first cybersecurity job.  This book   Perfect for anyone studying for the CASP+ Exam CAS-004,  CASP+ CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner Practice Tests Exam CAS-004  is also an ideal resource for anyone with IT security experience who seeks to brush up on their skillset or seek a valuable new CASP+ certification.