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Unveiling the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)

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Product type Book
Published in Apr 2024
Publisher Packt
ISBN-13 9781835089842
Pages 240 pages
Edition 1st Edition
Languages
Author (1):
Thomas Marsland Thomas Marsland
Profile icon Thomas Marsland

Table of Contents (17) Chapters

Preface 1. Part 1: Introduction to the NIST Risk Management Framework
2. Chapter 1: Understanding Cybersecurity and Risk Management 3. Chapter 2: NIST Risk Management Framework Overview 4. Chapter 3: Benefits of Implementing the NIST Risk Management Framework 5. Part 2: Implementing the NIST RMF in Your Organization
6. Chapter 4: Preparing for RMF Implementation 7. Chapter 5: The NIST RMF Life Cycle 8. Chapter 6: Security Controls and Documentation 9. Chapter 7: Assessment and Authorization 10. Part 3: Advanced Topics and Best Practices
11. Chapter 8: Continuous Monitoring and Incident Response 12. Chapter 9: Cloud Security and the NIST RMF 13. Chapter 10: NIST RMF Case Studies and Future Trends 14. Chapter 11: A Look Ahead 15. Index 16. Other Books You May Enjoy

Automating control assessment

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, automating control assessment is becoming increasingly vital for organizations. Automation in control assessment not only enhances efficiency and accuracy but also ensures continuous compliance with evolving standards and regulations.

The growing complexity and volume of cybersecurity threats, coupled with the dynamic nature of technological environments, make manual control assessments challenging and time-consuming. Automation aids in regularly assessing the effectiveness of security controls, identifying gaps, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. It enables organizations to respond swiftly to changes in the threat landscape and adapt their security controls accordingly.

This section aims to guide readers on how to implement automation in their organizations for controls assessments, providing a comprehensive understanding of its benefits, methodologies, and best practices.

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