IBM i Security Administration and Compliance

Overview

System protection from theft, corruption, and improper access

Explaining the importance of developing a security policy and detailing how to implement and maintain such a system, this guide reviews IBM i security and the way it functions within IBM i systems. Written in a clear, jargon-free style, this book covers topics such as system security levels, user profiles, service tools, encryption, auditing, compliance, and incident response. The author's methodology for implementing security is described in great detail, focusing on compliance with stated policies and procedures within an organization. Useful for security and system administrators, security officers, compliance officers, and auditors, the resources available in this book help protect systems from unauthorized activities and unplanned events.

Author Biography

Carol Woodbury is the president of SkyView Partners, Inc., a former leader of an IBM OS/400 security development team, and a former chief engineering manager for AS/400 security. She is the author of Experts' Guide to OS/400 & i5OS Security, IBM i and i5/OS Security and Compliance, and Implementing AS/400 Security. She lives in Issaquah, Washington.