Overview
Security controls fail when they conflict with how people actually think and work. The Psychology of Information Security tackles this problem head-on, showing how to design security that aligns with human behaviour rather than fighting it. Drawing on behavioural science, psychology, economics and real-world security practice, this book explains why well-intentioned controls are often bypassed and how to replace them with solutions that fit real work. It provides clear frameworks, practical examples and actionable recommendations for driving lasting behavioural change, improving compliance and reducing risk without increasing friction. Written for security leaders, practitioners and risk professionals, the book reframes people not as the weakest link, but as essential defenders. Socio-technical, people-centred and relentlessly practical, it is a playbook for building security programmes that actually work. “Leron approaches the subject from a psychological angle and will be appealing to both those of a non-technical and a technical background” Dr David King, Visiting Fellow of Kellogg College, University of Oxford “This book cuts to the heart of many of the challenges in risk management, providing tips, frameworks and guidance that can be implemented straight away. This is a book full of very practical takeaways.” Thom Langford, CTO (EMEA), Rapid7 “Based on real world examples this book provides valuable insights into the relationship of information security, compliance, business economics and decision theory. Drawing on interdisciplinary studies, commentary from the field and his own research, Leron gives the reader the necessary background and practical tools to drive improvements in their own information security program.” Daniel Schatz, CISO, QIAGEN
Full Product Details
Author: Leron Zinatullin
Publisher: IT Governance Publishing
Imprint: IT Governance Publishing
Edition: 2nd edition
ISBN: 9781787786097
ISBN 10: 1787786099
Pages: 200
Publication Date: 20 January 2026
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming
Availability: Not yet available
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Author Information
Leron is a forward-thinking technology leader specialising in cyber security strategy, management and delivery. He has led large-scale, global, high-value security transformation projects to improve cost performance and support business strategy. Leron has extensive knowledge and practical experience in solving information security, privacy and architectural issues across private and public sectors. His business acumen, technology insight and leadership allow him to enable organisations to grow and innovate while protecting them against cyber threats. He has an MBA from the University of New South Wales and an MSc in Information Security from University College London, where he focused on the human aspects of information security. His research was related to modelling conflicts between security compliance and human behaviour and combating scams using AI. Leron is an ethical leadership award recipient and recognised as one of the top cyber security leaders driving innovation and demonstrating value.
