Insider threats are a serious concern in the realm of information assurance and cybersecurity. In the modern age of technology, insider threats are one of the biggest threats an organization faces, and in most cases, they can cause more harm than an external threat. A current or former employee with malicious in t that has access to secure systems, networks, and information systems can be detrimental to an organization’s information security and proprietary information. With proper procedures, training, and awareness, organizations can lessen the potential of cybersecurity incidents perpetrated by an insider threat.
Thesis Statement: Insider threats are a serious concern in the realm of information assurance and cybersecurity. In the modern age of technology, insider threats are one of the biggest threats an organization faces, and in most cases, they can cause more harm than an external threat. A current or former employee with malicious intent that has access to secure systems, networks, and information systems can be detrimental to an organization’s information security and proprietary information. With proper procedures, training, and awareness, organizations can lessen the potential of cybersecurity incidents perpetrated by an insider threat.
I. Introduction
A. How insider threats pertain to information assurance.
II. What is an Insider Threat?
A. Definition of an insider threat.
B. How insider threats affect an organization’s security posture.
III. Insider Threat Recognition in an Organization
A. Characteristics of insider threats.
B. How organizations are susceptible to insider threats.
IV. Detection and Prevention of Insider Threats
A. How insider threats are discovered.
B. How an organization can prevent the likelihood of insider threat attacks.
V. Incident Response with Insider Threat Attacks
A. The importance of a robust incident response plan.
B. Incident response and investigation process.
C. Recovering from an insider response incident.
VI. Insider Threats in Real Life
A. Major cases involving insider threats within organizations.
B. Discussing lessons learned from insider threat attacks.
VII. The Future of Insider Threats and Associated Challenges.
A. How insider threats are evolving with technology.
B. Advancements in technology for insider threat detection.
C. Insider threat training and awareness.
D. Challenges associated with balancing user privacy while also combatting insider threats.
VIII. Conclusion
A. Summary of key points.
B. Recommendations for insider threat mitigation.