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Thomas Marsland
Thomas Marsland
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Thomas Marsland

Thomas Marsland is a cybersecurity leader with a focus on designing systems and processes that embrace security at their foundations, while protecting scalability and minimizing technical debt. He enjoys working on problems in operations and technology, delivering value to organizations with a mission-focused mindset. A 22-year veteran of the United States Navy, his work history includes nuclear power, IT, cybersecurity, and executive leadership in the cybersecurity and technology fields, including for the US Navy and Cloud Range. In his spare time, he leads VetSec, a 501c3 with the mission to help veterans find cybersecurity careers. Originally from Port Ludlow, WA, Tom currently resides in Ravensdale, WA with his wife and children.
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Tailoring the RMF to your organization

Standards can be a useful template for your organization but they have to be tailored to fit correctly. The RMF is no exception. In this section, we’ll cover foundational ideas to keep in mind when working to tailor the RMF to your organization.

Understanding organizational context

Understanding your organization’s unique context is vital in effectively tailoring the RMF. This multifaceted process begins with a clear understanding of the organization’s mission and operational environment. Knowing the mission helps in aligning cybersecurity efforts with the organization’s primary objectives and services. The operational environment assessment includes the analysis of workflows, technology infrastructure, and the nature of data handled, which is crucial for identifying critical assets.

Understanding the regulatory landscape is another key aspect, as compliance requirements vary across industries. This involves...

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Thomas Marsland

Thomas Marsland is a cybersecurity leader with a focus on designing systems and processes that embrace security at their foundations, while protecting scalability and minimizing technical debt. He enjoys working on problems in operations and technology, delivering value to organizations with a mission-focused mindset. A 22-year veteran of the United States Navy, his work history includes nuclear power, IT, cybersecurity, and executive leadership in the cybersecurity and technology fields, including for the US Navy and Cloud Range. In his spare time, he leads VetSec, a 501c3 with the mission to help veterans find cybersecurity careers. Originally from Port Ludlow, WA, Tom currently resides in Ravensdale, WA with his wife and children.
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