8 Domains of Security

Today I learned about the 8 domains of security defined by CISSP, the Certified Information Systems Security Professional. These domains are crucial to understanding the core concepts that support growth in Cybersecurity. They can help you better comprehend your goals and roles within your organization.

A brief description of the eight domains are as follows:

i)Security and risk management:This domain basically focuses on defining security goals and objectives, risk mitigation, compliance, business continuity and the law.

ii)Asset Security:This domain concentrates n securing digital and physical assets.

iii)Security architecture and engineering:This domain enlightens on optimization of data security by ensuring effective tools, systems, and processes are in place.

iv)Communication and network security:This domain centers on managing and securing physical networks and wireless communications.

v)Identity and access management:This domain emphasizes on keeping the data secure by ensuring users follow established policies to control and manage physical assets.

vi)Security assessment and testing:This domain nails security control testing, collecting and analyzing data, and conducting security audits to monitor for risks, threats, and vulnerabilities.

vii)Security Operations:I this domain investigations are conducted and implementations of preventative measures are done against them.

viii)Software Development Security:This domain targets using secure coding practices that are used to create secure applications and services.

As an entry-level security analyst developing skills by learning how to mitigate risks to keep people and data safe is important to maintain an organization's security. Familiarizing yourself with these domains will allow you to navigate the complex world of security. Depending on the organization, the analyst's role may be an intersection of multiple domains or focus on specific domain. Knowing the perfect fit for a role within the security landscape will help you prepare for job interview and work as a part of full security team.

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