The Manager’s Handbook for Business Security, 2nd Edition

The Manager’s Handbook for Business Security is designed for new or current security managers who want build or enhance their business security programs. This book is not an exhaustive textbook on the fundamentals of security; rather, it is a series of short, focused subjects that inspire the reader to lead and develop more effective security programs.

Chapters are organized by topic so readers can easily-and quickly-find the information they need in concise, actionable, and practical terms. This book challenges readers to critically evaluate their programs and better engage their business leaders. It covers everything from risk assessment and mitigation to strategic security planning, information security, physical security and first response, business conduct, business resiliency, security measures and metrics, and much more.

The Manager’s Handbook for Business Security

is a part of Elsevier’s Security Executive Council Risk Management Portfolio, a collection of real world solutions and “how-to” guidelines that equip executives, practitioners, and educators with proven information for successful security and risk management programs.

• Chapters are organized by short, focused topics for easy reference
• Provides actionable ideas that experienced security executives and practitioners have shown will add value to the business and make the manager a more effective leader
• Takes a strategic approach to managing the security program, including marketing the program to senior business leadership and aligning security with business objectives

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Understanding the Business of Security
Chapter 2 Security Leadership
Chapter 3 Risk Assessment and Mitigation
Chapter 4 Strategic Security Planning
Chapter 5 Marketing the Security Program to the Business
Chapter 6 Organizational Models
Chapter 7 Regulations, Guidelines, and Standards
Chapter 8 Information Security
Chapter 9 Physical Security and First Response
Chapter 10 Security Training and Education
Chapter 11 Communication and Awareness Programs
Chapter 12 Safe and Secure Workplaces
Chapter 13 Business Conduct
Chapter 14 Business Resiliency
Chapter 15 Securing Your Supply Chain
Chapter 16 Security Measures and Metrics
Chapter 17 Continuous Learning: Addressing Risk with After-Action Reviews

Appendix A: Risk Review Elements
Appendix B: Security Devices, Equipment, and Installation Labor Costs
Appendix C: Request for Proposals for Contract Security Services at [Specific Company Location]
Appendix D: Workplace Violence Incident Response Guideline
Appendix E: Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Template
Appendix F: Corporate Incident Reporting and Response Plan
Appendix G: Considering the Essentials: Questions for People and Program Development