NIST 800-171 Compliance Services
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-171 (NIST SP 800-171) is a set of security requirements designed to help non-federal organizations protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in their custody. NIST 800-171 compliance is required for any organization that handles CUI on behalf of the federal government, including contractors, subcontractors, and vendors. CyberCrest’s services can help your organization implement, demonstrate, and maintain NIST 800-171 compliance.
NIST 800-171 Compliance Methodology
Gap Assessment
CyberCrest will conduct a gap assessment and develop a path towards complete compliance
Remediation Support
CyberCrest will assist in developing documentation and support control implementation to achieve improved compliance
Attestation Issuance
CyberCrest will issue a detailed compliance attestation report
Compliance Audit
CyberCrest will conduct a formal audit to evaluate improved levels of framework compliance
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I have worked with CyberCrest on multiple compliance engagements over the past several years including HITRUST, NIS 2 and ISO 27001. Without exception, CyberCrest has consistently exceeded expectations for my clients through a combination of highly experienced consultants, and a practical approach to achieving compliance. They are willing to roll up their sleeves and help organizations fully understand and address their compliance challenges, not just function as external auditors.
“I have used the CyberCrest team for a variety of critical information security compliance engagements over the years including successfully attaining ISO 27001 and HITRUST certifications. All of our engagements have exceeded expectations!”
"We have worked with CyberCrest on multiple penetration testing and cybersecurity risk and maturity assessments. The CyberCrest team has consistently produced high quality deliverables at fair prices. We give their client prospects our strongest recommendation."
I have worked with CyberCrest on multiple compliance engagements over the past several years including HITRUST, NIS 2 and ISO 27001. Without exception, CyberCrest has consistently exceeded expectations for my clients through a combination of highly experienced consultants, and a practical approach to achieving compliance. They are willing to roll up their sleeves and help organizations fully understand and address their compliance challenges, not just function as external auditors.
“I have used the CyberCrest team for a variety of critical information security compliance engagements over the years including successfully attaining ISO 27001 and HITRUST certifications. All of our engagements have exceeded expectations!”
"We have worked with CyberCrest on multiple penetration testing and cybersecurity risk and maturity assessments. The CyberCrest team has consistently produced high quality deliverables at fair prices. We give their client prospects our strongest recommendation."
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Frequently asked questions
What are the requirements for NIST 800-171 compliance?
NIST Special Publication (SP) 800-171 provides guidance for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in nonfederal information systems and organizations. Compliance with NIST 800-171 is required for organizations that handle CUI for the Department of Defense (DoD) and must be demonstrated through compliance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clause 252.204-7012.
The requirements for NIST 800-171 compliance include implementing a set of 110 security controls across 14 categories, which are based on the NIST 800-53 framework. These controls cover various areas such as access control, incident response, physical and environmental protection, and system and information integrity.
Some of the specific requirements for NIST 800-171 compliance include:
- Developing and implementing a System Security Plan (SSP) that documents how the security controls are implemented, managed, and assessed
- Conducting a risk assessment to identify and prioritize risks to CUI and implementing controls to mitigate those risks
- Providing security awareness training to personnel who have access to CUI
- Implementing access controls to ensure that only authorized personnel have access to CUI
- Implementing incident response procedures to detect, report, and respond to security incidents
- Encrypting CUI when it is stored or transmitted, as required by the CUI Registry
At CyberCrest, we specialize in helping organizations achieve NIST 800-171 compliance. Our team of experts can assist you with identifying the CUI in your environment, developing and implementing the necessary security controls, and creating the required documentation. We offer a range of services to help organizations of all sizes and types achieve NIST 800-171 compliance, reduce their risk of data breaches, and protect their sensitive information. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help your organization achieve NIST 800-171 compliance.
What is the difference between NIST 800-171, CMMC, and DFARS 7012?
NIST 800-171, CMMC, and DFARS 7012 are all frameworks that have been developed to ensure that government contractors and subcontractors adequately protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). While they share some similarities, there are also some key differences between them.
NIST 800-171 is a set of 110 security controls developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to protect CUI in non-federal systems and organizations. DFARS 7012 is a clause that requires contractors to implement NIST 800-171 controls if they handle CUI for the Department of Defense (DoD).
CMMC, on the other hand, is a certification program that measures a contractor’s ability to implement cybersecurity controls, with five levels of maturity. CMMC builds upon NIST 800-171, but also includes additional practices and processes to further safeguard CUI.
While NIST 800-171, CMMC, and DFARS 7012 have their own distinct requirements, they all aim to protect sensitive government information from cyber threats. If your organization needs to comply with any of these frameworks, CyberCrest can help. Our team of experts has extensive experience in cybersecurity and compliance, and we can assist with gap assessments, remediation, policy development, training, and more. Contact us today to learn how we can help your organization achieve compliance with NIST 800-171, CMMC, DFARS 7012, or any other cybersecurity framework.
