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

The chief information security officer at the cybersecurity company Sysdig, he hadn’t even tried to find a bug in a decade.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

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

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

He has worked in information security for several companies, according to his profile.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 26, 2025

And Cybernews information security researcher Aras Nazarovas told the BBC people in the UK "can and do" use VPNs.

From BBC • Oct. 30, 2025

Our next speaker is Ted Hammacher, a recognized expert on the subject of computer and information security.

From Terminal Compromise: computer terrorism: when privacy and freedom are the victims: a novel by Schwartau, Winn