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Information and data security design

Information and data security design

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Information and data security design

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- Let's begin this lesson talking about classification models, which just don't apply to like the DoD or military environments. These models categorize and label data and assets. These models are essential for implementing security controls, specifically mandatory access control models and attribute-based or risk-based and managing data effectively. CompTIA aligns the US DoD classification levels as outlined in the DoD Manual 8140.03. This manual prescribes standards and assigns responsibilities for managing the DoD cyber workforce, including workforce identification, tracking, qualification, and reporting. The DoD classification levels focus on ensuring that the cyber workforce is competent in performing the required functions of their job roles, with a larger array of standards-based certification and training options. Data labeling involves marking data with its classification or a sensitivity label, which helps in managing and securing data effectively. This process can be done…

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