Do you want to equip yourself with the knowledge necessary to succeed in the Information Security job market? If so, you've come to the right place. Packed with the latest and most effective strategies for landing a lucrative job in this popular and quickly-growing field, Getting an Information Security Job For Dummies provides no-nonsense guidance on everything you need to get ahead of the competition and launch yourself into your dream job as an Information Security (IS) guru. Inside, you'll discover the fascinating history, projected future, and current applications/issues in the IS field. Next, you'll get up to speed on the general educational concepts you'll be exposed to while earning your analyst certification and the technical requirements for obtaining an IS position. Finally, learn how to set yourself up for job hunting success with trusted and supportive guidance on creating a winning resume, gaining attention with your cover letter, following up after an initial interview, and much more.

Covers the certifications needed for various jobs in the Information Security field
Offers guidance on writing an attention-getting resume
Provides access to helpful videos, along with other online bonus materials
Offers advice on branding yourself and securing your future in Information Security

If you're a student, recent graduate, or professional looking to break into the field of Information Security, this hands-on, friendly guide has you covered.

Autorentext

Peter H. Gregory, CISSP, CISA, CRISC, C|CISO, CCSK, QSA, is a director of strategic services at a national security consulting firm and the author of over thirty books on security and emerging technology. He is an advisory board member and lead instructor at the University of Washington continuing education program in information systems security.

Klappentext
Learn to:

Identify information security roles
Determine which certifications you need
Write an attention-getting resume
Prepare for interviews Get access to free online resources, including video, articles, sample resumes, and more Get ahead of the competition! Here's what you need to know to land that lucrative InfoSec job! Looking for a great job in a booming field? Information security is the first thing you need to know, and here's all the rest  work experience, classes and certifications you'll need technical requirements, tips on creating the ideal resume, how to grab attention with your cover letter, what you need to do after the interview, and much more.
What's hot in the field  explore some of the key issues in information security such as encryption, virtualization, regulatory compliance, and cloud computing
What's involved  take a peek inside different InfoSec jobs
Get prepared  find out what type of education and training you need and which certifications will help your cause
Choose your environment  look at the pros and cons of working for a security vendor, a private company, academia, or the government
Fine-tune your brand  learn to build your professional network, use social media correctly, and create a portfolio
Getting in the door  understand what goes into a great resume and cover letter
Ace the interview  see what to do, what to avoid, how to handle tough situations, and how to follow up Open the book and find:
Different roles in information security
Key InfoSec concepts
Explanations of the many certifications
The pros and cons of a consulting job
Sample cover letters that get interviews
Tips for a winning resume
What to do if you're asked an difficult question
How to access great online resources

Zusammenfassung
Get prepared for your Information Security job search!

Covers the certifications needed for various jobs in the Information Security field
Offers guidance on writing an attention-getting resume
Provides access to helpful videos, along with other online bonus materials
Offers advice on branding yourself and securing your future in Information Security If you're a student, recent graduate, or professional looking to break into the field of Information Security, this hands-on, friendly guide has you covered.

Inhalt
Introduction 1

About This Book 1

Foolish Assumptions 2

Icons Used in This Book 2

Beyond the Book 3

Where to Go from Here 3

Part I: So You Want to Be an InfoSec Professional 5

Chapter 1: Securing Your Future in Information Security 7

Chapter 2: Understanding InfoSec Roles: One Day in the Life 21

Chapter 3: Exploring Current Issues in Information Security 41

Part II: Having the Right Stuff 67

Chapter 4: Education, Training, and Certifications 69