Book Review: “Mastering Information Security Compliance Management”

• “Mastering Information Security Compliance Management” by Adarsh Nair is a comprehensive resource for information security professionals, offering practical guidance on ISO 27001:2022 implementation and auditing in various organizational contexts. 
• Readers will learn how to develop a comprehensive understanding of information security principles, interpret control requirements of the ISO standards, and explore various components of ISMS with practical examples.
• The book’s discussion on the importance of leadership buy-in and the idea of a Statement of Applicability (SOA) is particularly noted for its clarity and usefulness.

“Mastering Information Security Compliance Management: A comprehensive handbook on ISO/IEC 27001:2022 compliance” by Adarsh Nair is an in-depth guide designed for information security professionals. The book focuses on the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and ISO/IEC 27002:2022 standards. It is intended for those responsible for implementing, auditing, and managing ISMSs, including security managers, consultants, auditors, and officers.

The book introduces the ISO 27001 and 27002 standards, explaining their core principles and terminologies. It then delves into the practical aspects of these standards, demonstrating how to implement them in organizations of varying sizes. This section includes case studies to provide real-world insights into successful implementation strategies.

Readers will learn how to develop a comprehensive understanding of information security principles, interpret control requirements of the ISO standards, and explore various components of ISMS with practical examples. The book helps simplify complex topics for IT professionals and executives involved with governance risk and compliance. Its real-life case scenarios are beneficial and are just as suitable for audit beginners as for experts, providing insights into compliance and security with practical use cases.

The content is structured into several chapters, including foundations of information security, ISO 27001, ISMS controls, risk management, phases of ISMS implementation, information security incident management, and more. Additional chapters focus on audit principles, concepts, planning, performing an audit, audit reporting, and strategies for continual improvement. The book’s discussion on the importance of leadership buy-in and the idea of a Statement of Applicability (SOA) is particularly noted for its clarity and usefulness.

Overall, “Mastering Information Security Compliance Management” is a theoretical guide and a practical handbook, appreciated by readers for its in-depth coverage, real-world applicability, and clear, structured approach. It’s a helpful read for anyone in information security and compliance management.

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