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Confident Cyber Security - by Jessica Barker (Hardcover)

Confident Cyber Security - by  Jessica Barker (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Understand the basic principles of cyber security and futureproof your career with this easy-to-understand, jargon-busting beginner's guide to the human, technical, and physical skills you need.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>Are you a freelancer or entrepreneur needing to keep your business secure? Hoping to kick-start or pivot your career with a highly desirable skill? Or simply looking to enhance your CV? Cyber security skills are in huge demand - recent estimates suggest there will be as many as 3.5 million unfilled industry roles by 2021, meaning there are vast career opportunities to be taken.</p><p><em><strong>Confident Cyber Security</strong></em> is here to help. Written by expert author and speaker, <strong>Dr Jessica Barker</strong>, this jargon-busting guide will give you a clear overview of the world of cyber security. Exploring everything from the human side to the technical and physical implications, this book takes you through the basics: how to keep secrets safe, how to stop people being manipulated and how to protect people, businesses and countries from those who wish to do harm.</p><p>Featuring real-world case studies from organizations and people such as Disney, the NHS, Taylor Swift and Frank Abagnale as well as entertainment, property, social media influencers and other industries, this book is packed with clear explanations, sound advice and practical exercises to help you understand and apply the principles of cyber security. With a dedicated section on what it could mean for you, let <strong><em>Confident Cyber Security</em></strong> give you that cutting-edge career boost you seek.</p><p>About the <em>Confident </em>series...<br /> From coding and web design to data, digital content and cyber security, the <em><strong>Confident </strong></em>books are the perfect beginner's resource for enhancing your professional life, whatever your career path..</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><b>Jessica Barker </b>brings cyber security to life in a highly engaging way. She punctures the traditional techno-babble and covers a wide range of topics in a way that will instil confidence, especially for anyone thinking of a career in cyber security.-- "Robert Hannigan CMG, former Director of GCHQ and Chair of COBRA"<br><br>An absolute triumph. Whether you are simply curious to understand more about a fast-moving industry that touches all our lives, or considering a career in cyber security, this lively book is an enthralling guide. I defy anyone to read this book and not want to share its sound advice. I loved it.--Maggie Philbin OBE, Broadcaster and CEO TeenTech<br><br>Cyber security has become such a broad subject it is always welcome when someone pulls it together and explains the jargon, highlights the importance of the human in the loop and encourages those from a variety of backgrounds to take up a career. I can't think of any other book that deals with all these aspects in such an understandable way.--Professor Alan Woodward, University of Surrey<br><br>Jessica's specialty, and gift, is taking the seemingly complex world of cyber security and making it simple for anyone to understand. If you are interested in pursuing a career in cyber security regardless of your background, or just want to learn more about this topic, I could not recommend this book more.--Lance Spitzner, Director SANS Security Awareness<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Dr Jessica Barker</b> is an award-winning global leader in cyber security. She is co-Founder and co-CEO of Cygenta, where she influences cyber security awareness, behaviour and culture in organizations around the world. She has been named one of the top 20 most influential women in cyber security in the UK, is the Chair of ClubCISO. and is a popular keynote speaker, including RSA San Francisco in 2020.

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