Table Of ContentSection 1: New paradigm threats Sept. 11, 2001 The threat from extremists Conventional threats Section 2: Managing threats Risk management process Protecting information and information systems Physical security and access control Protecting employees and physical assets Special threats Threat response plan Crisis management Appendices Helpful website addresses About the author
SynopsisIn response to recent security concerns, Dr Seger addresses the real threats to utility systems and provides a step-by-step approach to assessing vulnerabilities and developing and implementing security countermeasures. Included in this book are threat assessment and security checklists, a vulnerability/countermeasure matrix, and sample security and workplace violence prevention policies., The paradigm shifted radically on 9/11, pushing utility security to priority status. Utility Security: The New Paradigm addresses the real threats to utility systems and provides a step-by-step approach to assessing vulnerabilities and developing and implementing security countermeasures. Included in the book are threat assessment and security checklists, as well as a vulnerability/countermeasure matrix and sample security and workplace violence prevention policies.