Information Security Strategy and Plan

An information security strategy is a set of actions designed to ensure that an organization achieves its security objectives. This strategy includes what should be done, how it should be done, and when it should be done to achieve the security objectives.

A strategy is basically a roadmap of specific actions that must be completed to achieve any objective. Long-term and short-term plans are finalized based on the strategy adopted.

The primary objective of any security strategy is to support the business objectives, and the information security strategy should be aligned with the business objectives. The first step for an information security manager in creating a plan is to understand and evaluate the business strategy. This is essential to align the information security plan with the business strategy.

A strategy plan should include the desired level of information security. A strategy is only considered effective if the objectives...