Security Architecture Design

Security objectives can originate from a variety of sources. Some common sources include:

• Government regulations: Governments often impose security regulations on organizations. These regulations are designed to protect sensitive information and critical infrastructure.
• Industry standards: Industry organizations often develop security standards. These standards are designed to help organizations protect their information and systems.
• Organizational policies: Organizations should have their own security policies in place. These policies should define the organization's security requirements and how they will be met.

The people who are engaged in security come from a variety of backgrounds. Some common backgrounds include:

• Information security professionals: Information security professionals are responsible for designing, implementing, and managing an organization's security program.
• Cybersecurity professionals: Cybersecurity professionals are responsible for protecting organizations from cyber threats.
• Systems administrators: Systems administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of an organization's systems. They often have a role in security, such as implementing security patches and monitoring for threats.
• Network engineers: Network engineers are responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of an organization's networks. They often have a role in security, such as configuring firewalls and intrusion detection systems.

People are engaged in security for a variety of reasons. Some common reasons include:

• To protect the organization's assets: Organizations have a responsibility to protect their assets, such as intellectual property, financial data, and customer information.
• To comply with regulations: Many organizations are required to comply with security regulations, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
• To reduce risk: Security can help to reduce the risk of financial loss, reputational damage, and legal liability.
• To improve efficiency: Security can help to improve efficiency by preventing disruptions to operations.
• To protect the organization's reputation: A data breach can damage an organization's reputation. Security can help to protect the organization's reputation by preventing data breaches and other security incidents.