information security

[ in-fer-mey-shuhn si-kyoor-i-tee ]

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of information security¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

Reliable safety features like AI systems, teleoperation options, and strong information security are critical.

From MIT Technology Review

The hackers were “extremely clever and strategic,” says Greg Touhill, a former federal chief information security officer.

From MIT Technology Review

Sethi most recently served as chief information security officer at cloud data management Rubrik, and previously worked in cybersecurity roles at IBM, Palo Alto Networks, and Intuit.

From TechCrunch

In the new role at Twitter overseeing the company’s information security practices and policies, Sethi will report to platform lead, Nick Tornow, according to her tweet announcing the job move.

From TechCrunch

In 2017, a senior executive said that GTCOM had established an information security system that relies on image, text, and voice recognition to “prevent security risks” and “provide technical support and assistance for state security.”

From MIT Technology Review