...Goals and Objectives for a Security Organization Security organizations play a major role in the daily functions in both business and government operations. These functions are multi-faceted and must achieve specific goals and objectives. Security organizations that effectively implement goals and objectives into their structure maintain superiority over others. This superiority not only demands for excellence in carrying out their goals and objectives but also tailoring these objectives to their specific clientele. The ability for security organizations to instruct the management team will provide an example for their employees. These implementations will not only create an organization that will maintain and gain more clients but will also maintain employees and their thrive to provide superior service. Security Organization Goals and their Implementation The goals that must be achieved in security organizations are extensive. These goals include: protecting people, developing expertise, implementing cost reduction initiatives, having the ability to provide proactive security, following standard operating procedures, the ability to audit, and adequately training its employees. (Ortmeier, 2000). The ability to protect people is one of a security organization’s most important interests. A person may entail an individual person, a group of individuals or a client. In protecting a person, there are certain goals that a security organization must have. They must know the importance...
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...Security Organizations: Goals and Objectives Security companies and organizations develop and establish goals to aid and help them build a profitable and successful long-term business. The security market has a wide variety of activities from physical to information security. Even with the wide variety range, all of the objectives and goals are basically the same from company to company. An important way that a security operation or company establishes goals and objectives is through the relationship that it builds with its' customers. It also meets its goals and standards by the product it puts out to the people who have hired their services. The organizations must also focus on the type of tactics it uses for recruitment, as well as retentions practices to maintain quality employees. A vital element of security operations is confidentiality. Confidentiality is the backbone of security, without it then the operations are not secure. This is crucial for all employees and employers in the field of security due to the nature of the business. There are many legal aspects and issues that deal with organizational security. One of the major legal issues is the fragile information system used within the organizational companies. This could deal with personnel files, company policies, and even financial records dealing with the company or client. There must be preventative measure in place to guarantee the privacy of this information. In regards to this, there must be...
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...Goals and Objectives of a Security Organization SEC 310 17 November 2013 Goals and Objectives of a Security Organization This paper will focus on major topics of a successful security organization. The first topic to be addressed is how each organization, both within industry or within the governmental realm must ascertain their goals and recognize the consequences of failing to achieve their objectives. This paper on will focus on business and in government operations. In either environment, goals and directives are critical to the success of the organization in itself. Second, this paper will touch upon some of the legal aspects which may arise during their course of duty. Third, this paper will seek to identify some influences, whether they be positive or negative that may affect the security organization. Last but certainly not least this paper will ascertain the value that private security management brings to both government and to industry. The goal of any security organization is to protect. This could be the protection of information, the protection of assets as well as the protection of people. A security organization could focus primarily all of these areas. One area, Information security, is particularly difficult. The protection of information technology, its working systems, and the platforms are continuously hindered and easily undermined by flaws in design, weak or non-existent passwords, social engineering and associated risks (Lacey, 2010). A...
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...Firewalls are essential security elements in any network. However, as with all aspects of network security, deploying firewalls is a complicated task. Many factors need to be considered, chief among them is cost and function. A dilemma faces all firewall administrators: what is the proper balance between firewall security and network usability. In other works, how can one make the network secure as possible with a firewall while maintaining ease of use and maintaining appropriate speed of the connections for the users? There is no one or easy answer to this question. Each network and organization is unique. I believe that fact is the key to a good answer. Since each organization has unique objectives and goals the firewall must protect those security elements that achieve those objectives and goals. To some extent, firewalls must be customized to meet the needs of the organization. I have read about the trade-offs of an out-of-the-box firewall versus a firewall that is built from scratch to meet the requirements of a particular network’s security. A do-it-yourself firewall has the advantage of being highly customized to the needs of the organization and an out-of-the-box firewall generally is more expensive. Does that make a do-it-yourself firewall the better choice? I think not. It seems to me that a pre-built firewall has one overriding advantage when compared to a do-it-yourself unit: documentation and support. What if the builder of that do-it-yourself firewall...
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...simulations of bioterror and nuke attacks? New york and DC 4. What kind of facilities are specified in the physical security perimeter control? All information processing facilities 5. Which of the following best represents the principle of “economy of mechanism?” run only the services and applications necessary to perform the desired function 6. What is the primary goal of establishing incident management responsibilities and procedures? Ensuring an effective response to security investigations. 7. An organization has implemented a Windows environment with Active Directory. They have set up groups with limited access for each department, such as Human Resources and Accounting. Additional access rights needed for certain tasks within each department are assigned to specialized groups, such as Accounting_Payroll and Human Resources_Benefits. User accounts are added to the groups that have the appropriate access rights to meet their assigned responsibilities. What type of access control model is this organization using? Role Based Access Control 8. Why is it important to temper good intentions with knowledge with regard to employee awareness training? Clear and specific policies protect both the organization and the employees. 9. In addition to high-level policy, what is needed for explaining how to meet policy objectives? Specific operating procedures 10. From a security perspective, which of the following should be the most important prerequisite to posting new data on an existing...
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...050- to 1,400-word paper explaining the role of a security manager within different organizations, including their role in achieving the larger organization’s goals. Describe how the security manager’s role is crucial to protecting the security needs of an organization. Identify key responsibilities and why they are vital. Use at least three references from the reading assignment, Internet articles, Electronic Reserve Readings articles, or industry journal articles to support your paper. Cite your sources. Explain 1. the role of a security manager 2. managers in different organizations 3. How security managers role is crucial to protect the organization 4. Identify key responsibilities 5. Why are their responsibilities vital? The role of a security manager within different organizations may differ in a few aspects, but all in all, that person’s role is extremely crucial and vital for the organization to maintain its objective and reach its goals. The end point of a security manager’s goal is ultimately to protect the security needs of the organization. We may see this in the role of the security manager of TSA (Transportation Safety Administration) as well as in the role of a private security firm such as Gaven de Becker & Associates. While the security manager of TSA has the responsibility of assuring the protection of the security of traveling citizens at airport terminals, the responsibility of a security manager at Gaven de Becker will be focused on a...
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...Maintaining Information Systems Security Akilah S. Huggins University Of Phoenix CMGT/400 August 11, 2014 Maintaining Information Systems Security Introduction With the growing development of information systems and networks, security is a main concern of organizations today. The fundamental objectives of information systems security are privacy, integrity, and accessibility. The foundation of organization's security lies in planning, creating and actualizing proper information systems' frameworks' security strategy that adjusts security objectives with the organization's requirements. In this paper the objective is to describe the importance of policies and standards for maintaining information systems security. Specifically, the paper include the discussion of the role employees—and others working for the organization to maintain the information systems security. Also the position paper aim to examine the different levels of security and how an organization can provide the proper level of effort to meet each information security need and how this relates to what is in an organization’s information security policy. Thesis Statement The aim and objective of the underlying paper is to analyze and evaluate the phenomena of maintaining information system security. Importance of Policies and Standards for Maintaining Information Systems Security. Information system security policies primarily address threats. The...
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...Security Manger’s Role 2/8/14 SEC 310 Just as any other role in an organization, you need to set yourself goals and standards for yourself and your company. Without any of these, nothing can get accomplished. If you do not give yourself a bar to reach for, you are basically sitting in a stagnant place. A security manager, just like any other management position has objectives they must complete. Just as the title says, their main goal is to identify what the assets of the organization are and to form and develop a plan that will protect what is most valuable to their organization. Without any of this, their position would be pointless. This position can cover organizations of all sizes. From a small mom and pop organization to a large corporate worldwide organization, they still have the same goal in mind, and that is to keep the organizations assets protected. As a security manager there are levels below them that can help to address the issues such as loss prevention officers and a security risk department. The first goal for any organizations security manager would be to establish an organizational structure. Without the implementation of this then there would be no order of execution for getting tasks done (Ortmeier, P, 2013). Organizing things from the largest task to the smallest task would be a good start. Some of these tasks are going to be repetitive at times, and grouping some of the similar tasks together would be helpful to get things done...
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...Introduction to the Management of Information Security Chapter Overview The opening chapter establishes the foundation for understanding the field of Information Security. This is accomplished by explaining the importance of information technology and defining who is responsible for protecting an organization’s information assets. In this chapter the student will come to know and understand the definition and key characteristics of information security as well as the come to recognize the characteristics that differentiate information security management from general management. Chapter Objectives When you complete this chapter, you will be able to: • Recognize the importance of information technology and understand who is responsible for protecting an organization’s information assets • Know and understand the definition and key characteristics of information security • Know and understand the definition and key characteristics of leadership and management • Recognize the characteristics that differentiate information security management from general management INTRODUCTION Information technology is the vehicle that stores and transports information—a company’s most valuable resource—from one business unit to another. But what happens if the vehicle breaks down, even for a little while? As businesses have become more fluid, the concept of computer security has been replaced by the concept of information security. Because this new concept covers a...
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...Physical Security Paper Mitch Greg January 23, 2012 Physical Security Paper Every organization in today’s world needs to have security, and this security can come in many forms. The security can be for the information an organization has to physical security needed to protect assets of a company as well as helping to protect that information as it is also part of the company’s assets. There needs to be a plan in place to look at what an organization needs to create that protection. It can be discussed the type of physical security protection that is needed in organizations, and why they are important as well as why they are needed, and how they may work. This paper will discuss the core concepts of physical security, security assessments, and basic physical controls to create a better understanding of physical security of an organization and its assets. Physical Security The definition of physical security states that physical security is designed with the intent on denying access to unauthorized personnel such as attackers or even intruders that may have entered an area unintentionally. This type of security can deal with stored information, resources, buildings, property, or just about anything that an organization values as its assets (Harvey, 2009). The security may be something as simple as a lock on a door to an integrated technical system that has many layers of protection. The Physical Protection System (PPS) is a way to integrate the people needed with...
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...April 2016 (Friday) will NOT be accepted. EVALUATION This assignment accounts for 15% of the total marks for the course and shall be assessed based on the Rubrics attached. PLAGIARISM: MARKS DEDUCTION You should not copy another person’s assignment as your own. If plagiarism is detected, Zero (0) mark would be given. ASSIGNMENT QUESTION PURPOSE The purpose of this assignment is to develop students’ understanding on Human Resource Planning at organization and the ways to create and implement it. REQUIREMENT Assume yourself as a HR Manager of one of the newly formed organization at your place. You are required to create a HR planning for the particular organization based on the HR functions. Following are the guidelines Marking Scheme & Guidelines COMPONENTS | MARKS | 1. Introduction- Your understanding about HR planning | | 2. Company Background * Industry background * Reasons for choosing the organization / industry * HR department objectives and strategies | | 3. Environmental trend * Demographics characteristics * Technological aspect * Legal requirements | | 4. Recruitment * Recruitment process * Recruitment methods * Effectiveness of recruitment | | 5. Selection * Steps in selection * Effectiveness of selection process | | 6....
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...Control Self-assessment for Information and Related Technology To ensure smooth functioning of an enterprise striving to achieve predetermined objectives, business processes are identified and defined. To ensure the proper completion of process work, procedures are defined, documented and established. Business procedures need to be properly controlled to ensure smooth completion. Out-of-control procedures are expensive; therefore, controls need to be in place. These controls can be preventive, detective and/or corrective in nature. However, the adequacy of controls over procedures depends on various factors, including a balance between costs incurred for implementing controls and the resulting benefits derived. Many controls are essential overheads for the business, and therefore, their effectiveness must be reviewed periodically. Internal audit of controls, an essential overhead, helps avoid relaxation on controls. Ultimately, the control overheads constitute a major expenditure item. Assurance that the controls are in place and effective is essential. This assurance can be given through control self-assessment (CSA), also referred to as control self-assurance. Systems and procedures for many business organizations within various sectors have evolved over time. For example, banking is the oldest service sector and the controls over banking procedures are essential not only for the bank, but also for society in general. Controls in banking procedures have also evolved over...
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...Introduction 3 The Goals and objectives of TSC 4 History of TSC 4 Functional areas 4 Vision, mission and core values 5 Goals and objectives 5 Oman vision, goals and objectives 7 Oman 2015 objectives 9 Conclusion 12 Middle Management 13 Definition 13 Nature of management: 13 Levels of management: 13 The role of middle management in TSC (Commercial unit) 16 Recommendation 17 Communication 18 The elements of communication include 20 Communication skills 20 Communication and the impact 21 Interpersonal skills 21 Communication Barriers 26 Conclusion 30 The effect of Knowledge, Skills and Behavior on the managerial performance 31 Manager self assessment ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..34 Personal development plan …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….39 References 40 “The future belongs to those who see possibilities before they become obvious” John Scully Introduction In our societies, towns, countries a massive number of organizations exist. But do we all know the purpose of their existence? Do we know why they are all out there? If we look closer inside some of these organizations we might even see that some of their members do not know the reason for their existence. Clearly setting a vision and mission statements clarify and communicate the purpose and the reason for that existence. A vision is the ideal picture an organization sees for its future and from that vision strategic plans, goals and objectives can be generated. ...
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...Goals and Objectives Damien Mohorne HSM/240 June 15, 2014 Ricardo Castro Goals and Objectives Knowing the differences between goals and objectives is vital for any organization. This is an essential part of being able to analyze their services and programs. Latent and manifest functions, long term and short term goals and objectives are parts of the program that needs to be understood in order for the organization to be successful. The organization that I chose is The United States Department of Human and Health Services. This organizations goals and objectives are clearly stated on their web page. The mission of the United States Department of Health and Human Services is: “to help provide the building blocks that Americans need to live healthy, successful lives”, (The United States Department of Human and Health Services [HHS], 2014). Simply said this organization is trying to give assistance to Americans that are in need of help in order for them to be healthy and successful in life. According to The United States Department of Health and Human Service, “We fulfill that mission every day by providing millions of children, families, and seniors with access to high-quality health care, by helping people find jobs and parents find affordable child care, by keeping the food on Americans’ shelves safe and infectious diseases at bay, and by pushing the boundaries of how we diagnose and treat disease”. The goals and objectives of this organization are manifest...
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...Global Technology Audit Guide Auditing IT Governance Global Technology Audit Guide (GTAG®) 17 Auditing IT Governance July 2012 GTAG — Table of Contents Executive Summary......................................................................................................................................... 1 1. Introduction................................................................................................................................................ 2 2. IT Governance Risks................................................................................................................................... 7 3. Aligning the Organization and IT — Key Considerations................................................................ 12 4. The Role of Internal Audit in IT Governance............................................................................ 15 Conclusion....................................................................................................................................................... 18 Authors and Reviewers.............................................................................................................................. 18 Appendix — IT Governance Risk Assessment/Engagement Planning Considerations............................................. 19 iv GTAG — Executive Summary Executive Summary To support the heightened importance of IT governance and the mandatory nature of the International Standards for the Professional...
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