information security

American  

[in-fer-mey-shuhn si-kyoor-i-tee] / ˌɪn fərˈmeɪ ʃən sɪˈkyʊər ɪ ti /

noun

1. the design and implementation of protocols used to guard against unauthorized access to, modification of, or destruction of confidential data, whether in digital or nondigital format. IS

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Etymology

Origin of information security

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

It's understood the government have an established process to manage information security following the theft of government work devices, but the government said they would not comment on security matters.

From BBC

Some justices were slow to adopt email technology — they were “not masters of information security protocol,” according to one source — and court employees were afraid to confront them over the security risks.

From Salon

"Now that we have these types of risks, with the leaders at companies, with CEOs, being deepfaked, I think company executives will be spending more time with their chief information security officers and teams than before. And that is a good thing."

From BBC

He has applied to more than 1,200 jobs since being let go from his role as an information security analyst for a government contractor in October.

From BBC

Like all information security, this will be a rapidly evolving landscape that will require a multifaceted approach and constant adaptation.

From Barron's