Governance, Ethics, and Security 

Instructions

Assume the role of an IT security consultant who has been contacted by a company to provide them with a written code of IT conduct for its employees and a security policy for the firm. In preparation for undertaking this large job, prepare a proposal explaining what topics you will include in the code and policy, and why.

Your proposal should address the following:

• Identify the types of security relevant to IT professionals.
• Explain the relationship of security to ethical IT practices.
• Identify business impacts of information security breaches.
• Cite authoritative industry sources to support assertions.

Requirements

• Written communication: Write with few spelling, grammatical, or mechanical errors.
• Length of paper: Submit 2–3 typed, double-spaced pages (in addition to title and reference pages).
• Sources: Cite at least two sources, in addition to your textbook and the media pieces. These may include the industry sources investigated during the course. Format resources and citations according to current APA guidelines. See Evidence and APALinks to an external site. for more information.
• Font and font size: Use Times New Roman, 12-point font.

Competencies Measured

By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:

• Competency 1: Describe IT structure within a business environment.
  • Identify business impacts of information security breaches.
• Competency 3: Analyze governance principles, standards, and practices in the IT environment.
  • Identify the types of security relevant to IT professionals.
  • Explain the relationship of security to ethical IT practices.
• Competency 5: Apply information literacy skills.
  • Cite authoritative industry sources to support assertions.
• Competency 6: Communicate effectively.
  • Write with few spelling, grammatical, or mechanical errors.