Theoretical Modeling of Information Security: Organizational Agility Model based on Integrated System Theory and Resource Based View

Abstract

This study believes that information security is vital in protecting information resources (information systems as a whole) and use it as strategic resources for competitive advantages as part of organizational objectives. Having a secured strategic information resources allows organizations to be dynamics in the unpredictable business environment. This paper discusses the integration both concepts of information security and organizational agility to become a solid concept, in the effort of constructing a theoretical model for further study. There are several theories in relation to information security practices and organizational agility such as Socio-technical System Theory; Social Cognitive Theory; Integrated System Theory; Resource Based View and Dynamic Capabilities are adapted and served as underpinning theories in providing insights and guidance for the development of theoretical model for this study.

Authors and Affiliations

Muhamad Khairulnizam Zaini, Mohamad Noorman Masrek, Mad Khir Johari Abdullah San, Norizan Anwar

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  • EP ID EP559054
  • DOI 10.6007/IJARPED/v7-i3/4379
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Muhamad Khairulnizam Zaini, Mohamad Noorman Masrek, Mad Khir Johari Abdullah San, Norizan Anwar (2018). Theoretical Modeling of Information Security: Organizational Agility Model based on Integrated System Theory and Resource Based View. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 7(3), 390-400. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-559054