Assume that the IT department of a business has hired you, and your first task is to ensure the department is following essential information security practices.

Write a 600 to 900 word paper highlighting the most important information security practices.

Answer the following questions:

What are three key elements for an organization to consider in strengthening its overall information security posture? Describe how each plays a role in the operations of the entire organization.

How do the principles of information security apply to the material examined in the course?

How can the systems used throughout the organization enable businesses and protect the data they contain?

What types of Federal or State regulations or compliance requirements must be considered as part of the control and security processes?

Describe the impact of "Safe Harbor" data security regulations that could have an impact on the IT department if the business were to move into Europe or Asia's markets.