Assignment: Information Systems Security And Assurance
Post a detailed response of 250 words to each questions
1. Explain the various scans to be performed prior to a security audit of an IT system? Please provide 6 different examples and explain how the scanning tools are used.
2. Explain the purpose for establishing system baselines and how often should these baselines be updated?
3. Explain in detail the elements which make up the RMF. Explain when each is utilized.
4. Explain why continuous monitoring is necessary and how does it relate to situational awareness?
5. Explain why a security plan is necessary and provide details of when the security plan ought to be updated and reviewed?
6. Explain why change management and change configuration are vitally important and how would these affect the security plan?
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.