 Security Architecture and Design | |
The CISSP exam covers 10 domains, one of which is security architecture and design. This domain pertains to security models involving operating systems and network architectures. You'll need to know about platform architectures, layered models and operating system principles. Ensure your knowledge of security architecture and design by referring to our resources and testing your knowledge with our quiz, written by CISSP All-in-one Exam Guide author Shon Harris. Visit our library of study guides to see the other domains.
RESOURCES
Firewall architecture decisions - Learn about perimeter protection in this tip on firewall architecture.
OS security - Learn about desktop OS and server OS security in this topics page.
Network security - Learn about all aspects of network security, including architecture and protocols.
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About the author
Shon Harris, CISSP, MCSE, is the president of Logical Security, an IT security consulting and training company. She is a former engineer in the Air Force's Information Warfare unit, an instructor and the best-selling author of the previous three editions of this book. Shon has taught computer and information security to a wide range of clients, including RSA, the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, the National Security Agency and many more.
