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Introduction to Security,

Edition 9

By Robert Fischer, Ph.D., Edward Halibozek, MBA and David Walters

Publication Date: 26 Sep 2012

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Introduction to Security has been the leading text on private security for over thirty years. Celebrated for its balanced and professional approach, this new edition gives future security professionals a broad, solid base that prepares them to serve in a variety of positions. Security is a diverse and rapidly growing field that is immune to outsourcing. The author team as well as an outstanding group of subject-matter experts combine their knowledge and experience with a full package of materials geared to experiential learning. As a recommended title for security certifications, and an information source for the military, this is an essential reference for all security professionals. This timely revision expands on key topics and adds new material on important issues in the 21st century environment such as the importance of communication skills; the value of education; internet-related security risks; changing business paradigms; and brand protection.

Key Features

New sections on terrorism and emerging security threats like cybercrime and piracy
Top industry professionals from aerospace and computer firms join instructors from large academic programs as co-authors and contributors
Expanded ancillaries for both instructors and students, including interactive web-based video and case studies

About the author

By Robert Fischer, Ph.D., Western Illinois University (retired); President, Assets Protection Associates, Inc., Macomb, IL, USA; Edward Halibozek, MBA, Part-time instructor, California State University, Fullerton, CA, USA and David Walters, Director of global security at a high-tech company based in San Jose, CA, USA

Table of Contents

Preface
Acknowledgments
- Chapter Acknowledgments
Part 1: Introduction
- Part 1. Introduction
- 1. Origins and Development of 21st Century Security
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - Security in England
  - Security in the United States
  - The Beginning of Modern Security
  - Early Security Information Sharing
  - Growth of Private Security
  - Professionalism
  - New Thinking
  - Summary
  - Review Questions
  - References
- 2. Defining Security’s Role
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - What Is Private Security?
  - Security Services
  - Hybrid Systems
  - Private Security and Public Law Enforcement
  - Relationships after September 11, 2001
  - Summary
  - Review Questions
  - References
- 3. Career Opportunities in Loss Prevention
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - Key Factors Increasing Security Opportunities
  - The Security/Loss-Prevention Occupation
  - Summary
  - Review Questions
  - References
- 4. Security Education, Training, Certification, and Regulation
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - Adequacy of Private Security Training
  - Proposed Federal Regulation
  - The Role of Higher Education
  - Training
  - Certification and Regulation
  - Magazines and Periodicals
  - Summary
  - Review Questions
  - References
- 5. Homeland Security: Security Since September 11, 2001 and Beyond
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - Global Security
  - Private Enterprise Response
  - Federal Response in the United States
  - State/Local Response
  - Private/Public Joint Initiatives
  - Concerns
  - Review Questions
  - References
Part 2: Basics of Defense
- Part 2. Basics of Defense
- 6. Security and the Law
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - Security, Public Police, and the U.S. Constitution
  - Sources of Law
  - Private Security Powers
  - Civil Law: The Controller for Private Security
  - Security and Liability
  - Duty to Protect from Third-Party Crime
  - Recent Trends in Liability
  - Recent Trends in Privacy
  - New Laws
  - The Courts
  - Development of Case Law
  - Summary
  - Review Questions
  - References
- 7. Risk Analysis, Security Surveys and Insurance
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - Risk Management
  - Operational Audits and Programmed Supervision
  - Insurance
  - Summary
  - Review Questions
  - References
- 8. Interior and Exterior Security Concerns
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - Buildings On or As the Perimeter
  - Surveillance Devices
  - Old Construction
  - New Construction
  - Security at the Building Design Stage
  - Security Principles in Design
  - Summary
  - Review Questions
  - References
- 9. The Outer Defenses: Building and Perimeter Protection
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - Barriers, Fences, and Walls
  - Gates and Other Barrier Breaches
  - Barrier Protection
  - Inside the Perimeter
  - Lighting
  - Planning Security
  - Summary
  - Review Questions
  - References
- 10. The Inner Defenses: Intrusion and Access Control
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - Doors to Sensitive Areas
  - Office Area Doors
  - Traffic Patterns
  - Traffic Control
  - Employee Identification
  - Files, Safes, and Vaults
  - Inspections
  - Alarms
  - Summary
  - Review Questions
  - References
- 11. Contingency Planning, Fire Protection, Emergency Response and Safety
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - Contingency Planning
  - Emergency Response
  - Crisis Management
  - Business Continuity
  - Business Recovery
  - Business Resumption
  - Pandemics
  - Fire Prevention and Protection
  - Safety and Loss Control
  - Summary
  - Review Questions
  - References
- 12. Internal Theft Controls/Personnel Issues
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - What Is Honesty?
  - The Dishonest Employee
  - Program for Internal Security
  - Procedural Controls
  - When Controls Fail
  - Review Questions
  - References
Part 3: Specific Threats and Solutions
- Part 3. Specific Threats and Solutions
- 13. Transportation Security Issues and Regulation
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - The Role of Private Security
  - Accountability Procedures
  - Planning for Security
  - Cargo in Transit
  - Special Issues in Airline Security
  - Other Transportation Industry Responses to Terrorism
  - Summary
  - Review Questions
  - References
- 14. Violence and Drug Use in the Workplace
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - Violence and the Workplace
  - Drugs in the Workplace
  - Additional Methods
  - Summary
  - Review Questions
  - References
- 15. Retail Security
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - Shoplifting
  - Internal Theft
  - External Threats
  - Policies, Procedures and Practices
  - Technology
  - Summary
  - Review Questions
  - References
- 16. Terrorism: A Global Perspective
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - Current Issues
  - Historical Background
  - Implications of a Changing World
  - In Search of a Definition for International Terrorism
  - Terrorism as a Tactic, Instrument, or Method
  - Characterizing Modern Terrorism
  - Specific Threats and Responses
  - Other Specific Response Issues in the United States
  - The Future/Summary
  - Review Questions
  - References
- 17. Computer Technology and Information Security Issues
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - CSO, CISO and CIO Interactions
  - Types of Computer Systems
  - Networks
  - The Database Problems
  - Computer Systems Protection
  - Content Monitoring and Filtering
  - Dealing with Identity Theft
  - Other Data Resource Vulnerabilities
  - Summary
  - Review Questions
  - References
- 18. Selected Security Threats of the 21st Century
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - Economic/White-Collar Crime
  - Burglary and Robbery
  - Labor Disputes
  - Espionage
  - Piracy
  - Summary
  - Review Questions
  - References
- 19. Security: The Future
  - Objectives
  - Introduction
  - The Aftermath of September 11, 2001
  - Private Security Resources
  - Interactions and Cooperation
  - Limitations of Security
  - Evolving Trends
  - The Future
  - Summary
  - Review Questions
  - References
Appendix A. Security Journals, Magazines, and Newsletters
- United States
Appendix B. World Wide Web Sites
Appendix C. Security Surveys
Index

Book details

ISBN: 9780123850577

Page Count: 544

Retail Price : £54.99

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Students in traditional and online courses in security management; security managers already in the workforce; professionals preparing for CPP certification

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