Types of documentation
In the complex world of cybersecurity architecture, documentation serves as both the roadmap and the rulebook, articulating both the what and the how of security controls. This chapter delves into the main categories of documentation that underpin a resilient cybersecurity architecture, serving as foundational elements for governance, design, risk management, and operational consistency.
The first critical category is Policies and procedures, which are high-level documents that establish the cybersecurity governance framework.
The second category zooms into architectural visualization. System architecture diagrams offer a bird’s-eye view of the IT environment, illuminating the interplay between networks, systems, applications, and data flows.
The third category centers on risk-oriented documentation, such as threat models and risk assessments.
Finally, the fourth category addresses implementation and technical specifications, such as security...
