Executive Report for Security Mitigations and Recommendation

Use the outline below to prepare and submit your executive summary.  Remember that each assignments (include discussion) is link to the previous assignments. 

This is not a research paper, the aim of this assignment is to present strategies of how you will counteract the security issues you identified in previous assignments and make recommendation for implementation process.

I.   Cover page

       <insert APA formatted Cover page with title you submitted in topic paper>

Title: Executive Report for <Insert the name of your security program here>

II.  Report Content

<the following sections must be discussed in you executive report>

You are required to use the previously selected “topic”, security issues, and impact to your industry to compile “a to c”  of the report.  The report should include the following topics.

1. Industry sector

(You may rewrite and cite (to avoid self-plagiarism) some of the content from the topic description and the presentation . Before incorporating previous statements, be sure to make any suggested corrections reflected in your gradebook).

1. Summary of significant issue in your sector

(You may rewrite and cite (to avoid self-plagiarism) some of the content from the topic description and the presentation . Before incorporating previous statements, be sure to make any suggested corrections reflected in your gradebook).

1. Summary of significant security impact on your selected industry

(You may rewrite and cite (to avoid self-plagiarism) some of the content from the topic description and the presentation . Before incorporating previous statements, be sure to make any suggested corrections reflected in your gradebook).

1. Security mitigation 

Conduct further research to mitigate each of the issues (in item a to c above).  In no more than three paragraphs of between 150 and 300 words, explain the impact of the security issues.

The section should address:

1. Mitigation strategies for each security issues (from previous assignments) presented
2. Describe the security triad are you addressing
3. Identify at least 3 legal consideration for your industry with respect to implementing security measures for your industry
4. Recommendation for implementation process

III.  APA formatted “Reference” page <insert the APA formatted reference page>

• APA format with no less than three (3) academic references
• Do not use Wikipedia as reference

 

The final report should be no more than three (3) pages of content, plus one cover page and one reference page. A total of five pages! The paper, should be clear, concise, and accurately address the main objectives of the assignments.

 Assume that your boss knows  nothing about relational database theory. The goal of this paper is to obtain your boss’s approval to  proceed with your stated project. Do not focus on technical aspects of a database management  system. Focus on how the information will be captured, manipulated, managed, and shared, and the  value the database brings to the organization. Include brief examples of how other industries (both  domestic and international) have successfully used relational databases to increase efficiency. 

Kindly find the instructions of the paper below. 

  

Chapter 1 Introduction

Background/Introduction

In this section, present enough information about the proposed work such that the reader understands the general context or setting. It is also helpful to include a summary of how the rest of this document is organized. 

Problem Statement 

In this section, present a concise statement of a research-worthy problem addressed (i.e., why the work should be undertaken – don’t say required for the class). Follow the statement of the problem with a well-supported discussion of its scope and nature. The discussion of the problem should include: what the problem is, why it is a problem, how the problem evolved or developed, and the issues and events leading to the problem. 

Goal 

Next, include a concise definition of the goal of the work (i.e., what the work will accomplish). Aim to define a goal that is measurable.

Research Questions 

Research questions are developed to help guide the authors through the literature for a given problem area. What were the open-ended questions asked and why did you find (or not find) them adequate. 

Relevance and Significance 

Consider the following questions as you read through the article and state how the author(s) supported, or left unsupported the relevance and significance of their research literature: 

• Why is there a problem? What groups or individuals are affected? 

• How far-ranging is the problem and how great is its impact? What’s the benefit of solving the problem? 

• What has been tried without success to correct the situation? Why weren’t those attempts successful? What are the consequences of not solving the problem? 

• How does the goal of your study address the research problem and how will your proposed study offer promise as a resolution to the problem? 

• How will your research add to the knowledge base? 

• What is the potential for generalization of your results? 

• What is the potential for original work? 

Barriers and Issues 

In these paragraphs, identify how the problem is inherently difficult to solve. How did the solution the author(s) propose address the difficulties? 

Chapter 2 Literature Review

In this section, it is important to clearly identify the major areas on which you will need to focus your research in order to build a solid foundation for your study in the existing body of knowledge. The literature review is the presentation of quality literature in a particular field that serves as the foundation and justification for the research problem, research questions or hypothesis, and methodology. You will develop a more comprehensive review of the literature as part of your research. 

Chapter 3 Approach/Methodology

List the major steps taken to accomplish the goal of your study. Include a preliminary discussion of the methodology and specific research methods you plan to implement. 

Chapter 4: Findings, Analysis, and Summary of Results  

Include an objective description and analysis of the findings, results or outcomes of the research. Limit the use of charts, tables, figures to those that are needed to support the narrative. Most of these illustrations can be included as part of the Appendix.

1. The following topics are intended to serve as a guide: 

a. Data analysis 

b. Findings & discussion

c. Analysis

d. Summary of results & discussion 

Chapter 5: Conclusions  

· Conclusions – Clearly state the conclusions of the study based on the analysis performed and results achieved. Indicate by the evidence or logical development the extent to which the specified objectives have been accomplished. If the research has been guided by hypotheses, make a statement as to whether the data supported or rejected these hypotheses. Discuss alternative explanations for the findings, if appropriate. Delineate strengths, weaknesses, and limitations of the study.

· Implications – Discuss the impact of the work on the field of study and its contributions to knowledge and professional practice. Discuss implications for future research.

· Recommendations – Present recommendations for future research or for changes in research methods or theoretical concepts. As appropriate, present recommendations for changes in academic practice, professional practice, or organizational procedures, practices, and behavior.

References 

Follow the most current version of APA to format your references. However, each reference should be single-spaced with a double space in between each entry. 

Formatting Details

Margins 

The left-hand margin must be 1inches (4 cm.). Margins at the right, top, and bottom of the page should be 1.0 inch. (See exception for chapter title pages below.) The Research Report text may be left-aligned (leaving a ragged right edge) or may be both left- and right-aligned (justified). 

Line Spacing 

Double-spacing is required for most of the text in documents submitted during the Research Report process. 

Paragraph Spacing 

The text of the document is double-spaced. There should be no extra spaces between paragraphs in sections; however, indent the first line of each paragraphs five spaces. 

Page Numbering 

All pages should have page numbers in Arabic numerals in the upper right-hand corner. 

Type Style

For body text, you should use 12-point Times New Roman. Text for the cover page may be larger but should not exceed 14-point size. Text for the chapter title text should be 14-point size. Be consistent in your use of typefaces throughout the document. Do not use a compressed typeface or any settings on your word processor that would decrease the spacing between letters or words. Sans serif typefaces such as Helvetica or Arial may be used for relatively short blocks of text such as chapter headings and captions but should be avoided in long passages of text as they impede readability. 

Title Page 

Every document that is submitted must have a title page. The title page includes the exact title of the research report, date of submission, your team name, and the name of each team member. 

Chapter Title Heading, Subheadings, and Sub-Subheadings 

It is required that submitted Research Report use no more than three levels of headings in the body text. All headings should have only the first letter of each word capitalized except that non-major words shorter than four letters have no capital letters. 

Instructions for heading levels follow: 

Level 1: Chapter Title Heading 

This heading starts two inches from the top of the page, is centered on the page, and is set in 14­point type. The first line contains the chapter number (e.g., Chapter 4). The second line is blank. The third line displays the chapter title, is centered on the page, and is set in 14-point type. 

Level 2: Subheading 

Start the subheading at the left margin of the page, four spaces (i.e., two returns when your document is set for double-spacing) down from the title, set in bold 12-point type. Double-space (one return) to the subheading body text. Indent the first line of the body text five spaces. 

Level 3: Sub-Subheading 

Start the sub–subheading at the left margin of the page, double-spaced (i.e., one return when your document is set up for double-spacing) from the subheading, set in 12-point italics. Double-space (one return) to the sub-subheading body text. Indent the first line of the body text five spaces. 

 

• 11.1 List and briefly define three classes of intruders.
• 11.2 What are two common techniques used to protect a password file?
• 11.3 What are three benefits that can be provided by an intrusion detection system?
• 11.4 What is the difference between statistical anomaly detection and rule-based intrusion detection?
• 11.5 What metrics are useful for profile-based intrusion detection?
• 11.6 What is the difference between rule-based anomaly detection and rule-based penetration identification?
• 11.7 What is a honeypot?
• 11.8 What is a salt in the context of UNIX password management?
• 11.9 List and briefly define four techniques used to avoid guessable passwords.

including references

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