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If you could, what would you do to help create a national “security culture,” in which everyone is more knowledgeable and proactive about threats to information security?

two response posts substantive. A substantive post will do at least TWO of the following:

• Ask an interesting, thoughtful question pertaining to the topic
• Answer a question (in detail) posted by another student or the instructor
• Provide extensive additional information on the topic
• Explain, define, or analyze the topic in detail
• Share an applicable personal experience
• Provide an outside source (for example, an article from the UC Library) that applies to the topic, along with additional information about the topic or the source (please cite properly in APA)
• Make an argument concerning the topic.

Known repercussions from the threat (monetary, reputation, brand, customer loss, etc). Minimum 500 words

Conduct independent research to find a targeted recruiting strategy. Then answer the following:

• Describe the strategy.
• Who does it target?
• Does it work?

Also share other recruiting strategies you personally think are worth using.

• Please describe them
• Share why you think they work

Cite sources.

Test out the Google App Engine – Quickstart for Python 2 Standard Environment

This quick start shows you how to create a small App Engine application that displays a short message. 

https://cloud.google.com/appengine/docs/standard/python/quickstart

Use screencast-o-matic to record your self completing the quick start tutorial.  Submit the video link for a grade.   

 Review the Duke University Hospital Security Management Plan (https://www.safety.duke.edu/sites/default/files/Security-Management-Plan.pdf) and discuss recommended modifications.  APA required.   

The COSO framework of internal controls is practiced within companies around the world. The objectives of the COSO framework are closely related to its five components. For this week’s activity, please discuss these five components of the COSO framework. Be sure to include each components’ impact on each of the COSO framework objectives. What do you feel an auditor would most be concerned with during an IT audit? Lastly, discuss suggestions for integrating COSO framework compliance into a company in which you are familiar. 

Your paper should meet the following requirements:

• Be approximately 2-4 pages in length, not including the required cover page and reference page.

• Follow APA6 guidelines. Your paper should include an introduction, a body with fully developed content, and a conclusion.

Please use work from last week as notes. and use the same topic.

Instructions:

The outline will provide the structure for the design document. Below are a few items to consider when creating the outline:

What is your targeted platform?

Is your targeted market high or low end devices?

Is your mobile application native or web?

How will that decision effect the content of your outline?

What type of testing will you need to do for your mobile application?

What mechanisms will you use to deliver your application to it’s target market?

How will you adapt your application to future mobile device changes?

Minimum items for the Outline:

Title

Executive Summary

Application Framework

Visual Design Tool Showing App (ie Storyboard)

Mobile Design Elements

Testing Strategy

Marketing strategy

Future Adaptations

Submission Instructions:

Portfolio Project: Select an organization that has a Global platform (they operate in more than one country), that has demonstrated operational excellence.  

Perform the following activities:

1. Name the organization and briefly describe what good or service they sell and where they operate.

2. Note how they are a differentiator in the market.

3. Note the resources used to ensure success in their industry (remember resources are comprised of more than just people).

4. Explain what actions the company took to achieve operational excellence.

1. Refer back to homework assignment 2, in week 3.  Homework assignment 2 asked you to find a data set and perform some manipulations using R.  For this assignment, you can use that same dataset, or select a new one of your choosing and use Tableau to create a visualization.  The assignment requirements are:
   • Go to Tableau.com and download a free trial version of Tableau
   • Use Tableau to create an appropriate visualization for the dataset you selected for homework assignment 2, or another dataset of your choosing.
   • Provide screenshots showing your steps in Tableau (at least 3)
   • Explain how your visualization meets the criteria of being Trustworthy, Accessible, and Elegant (1-3 paragraphs)
   • Explain the story that your visualization should be telling to the viewer (1-3 paragraphs)
   • Compare and contrast your experiences using R versus Tableau.  Which one is more user friendly?  Are there limitations to one versus the other?  (1-3 paragraphs)