NIST Compliance
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To Meet NIST Compliance Standards, You Must Work With a Security Expert
NIST standards are based on best practice cybersecurity controls compiled from a wide-range of industries. They are endorsed by the government and represent the framework needed to achieve CMMC compliance. At RCS, NIST compliance represents a great starting point.
In many cases, complying with NIST guidelines means an easier time complying with other regulations such as PCI, HIPAA, FISMA, or SOX. While compliance to any requirements isn’t complete assurance that data is completely secure, they are a great place to start when your organization has operated under weak policies or if you have experienced data loss.
RCS Secure helps organizations design and deploy a complete security package that takes all of your technology into account. Any business can confidently meet regulatory compliance requirements, especially with a trusted IT partner that can guide them. Learn more about us, meet our leadership team, or check out our blog to get to know us a little better and discover how RCS makes security a priority.
What Is NIST Compliance?
NIST Compliance Standards Encompass Cybersecurity Best Practices
NIST operates as a non-regulatory US government agency and its goal is to improve standards within advanced industries, including technology. Their guidance is needed today when business technology is growing and becoming more sophisticated while cybercriminals are doing the same. NIST produces standards that are meant to help any business, but some organizations are required to adhere to NIST 800-171 compliance standards, including:
- Consulting companies
- Manufacturers that sell directly to the government
- Manufacturers that sell to government suppliers
- Universities and colleges
- Research institutions
- Government staffing companies
The Basics of NIST Compliance Standards
NIST compliance is the groundwork of a robust and durable cybersecurity strategy. It prioritizes the actions you need to take to identify vulnerabilities, document policies and procedures, and protect your data. The hallmarks of NIST compliance include:
- Communication – We create a clearly articulated approach to how your company handles cybersecurity so you can fully communicate your strategy to anyone.
- Protection – Full documentation means you are actively protecting the integrity, availability, and safety of data and systems on your network.
- Guidance – Documentation ensures the effectiveness of the security controls that are put in place to support your company’s operations.
- Oversight – We establish company-wide management and accountability to monitor the environment and meet all data security risks.
