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Frequent IT Compliance Frameworks Supported by Xetec
IT compliance frameworks are meant to guide organizations on best practices for managing security risks and protecting sensitive data. It’s important for your company to align with compliance frameworks for both internal and external auditing purposes, stakeholders, new and existing customers, and current staff.
What are common IT regulatory compliance frameworks, and how does Xetec Services and Assurance Inc. support them?
What are key IT compliance frameworks, and how does Xetec help?
The Xetec Services and Assurance Inc. Core platform supports a growing library of content sources to meet the increasing demands of regulators and auditors and support IT Compliance Management teams. The content packs cover many frameworks to establish best-in-class security practices across multiple industries. Here are the most common IT compliance frameworks that Xetec Services and Assurance Inc. supports.
SOC 2
SOC 2, or Service Organization Control 2, is a widely recognized auditing standard framework intended for service organizations to report information and assurance about controls relevant to IT systems’ security, availability, and integrity that process user data and information related to user confidentiality and privacy. SOC 2 defines criteria for managing customer data based on five “trust service principles” and produces reports unique to each organization.
CIS Controls
The CIS Critical Security Controls (CIS Controls) are a prioritized set of safeguards designed to mitigate common cyber-attacks on systems and networks. Published by the Center for Internet Security, these controls help organizations defend against known threats. Examples include implementing firewalls, updating software, using strong passwords, and conducting security assessments. By adopting CIS Controls, organizations can enhance their cybersecurity posture and lower their risk of cyber-attacks.
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Frameworks
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ISO/IEC 27001
ISO/IEC 27001 (2022) provides organizations with requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an Information Security Management System (ISMS). The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) developed the standard and specified the requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving an ISMS. Organizations of all types can do implementation and involve internal and external parties. The requirements of this standard are generic and are intended to be tailored to the organization’s needs.
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ISO/IEC 27017
ISO/IEC 27017 (2015) provides guidelines for information security controls and implementation guidance applicable to providing and using cloud services for providers and customers. This framework includes additional controls specifically related to cloud services and implementation guidance for relevant controls specified in ISO/IEC 27002.
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ISO/IEC 27018
ISO 27018 is not a standalone framework but rather an international standard that provides guidelines and controls for protecting personally identifiable information (PII) in cloud computing environments. It is an extension of ISO 27001, which is a well-known information security management system (ISMS) standard. ISO 27018 specifically addresses the privacy concerns related to cloud services.*ISO content is available in certain regions only. ISO 27018 is a valuable resource for organizations that use or provide cloud services, as it helps them address the unique privacy challenges associated with cloud computing. It enables organizations to build trust with their customers by demonstrating a commitment to protecting their personal data in the cloud.
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Frameworks
NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), created in 2014, offers voluntary guidelines for managing cybersecurity risk in critical infrastructure. Developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology in response to a 2013 executive order, it focuses on five core functions: Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover. This framework helps organizations of all sizes improve security and resilience by integrating cybersecurity risk into their overall risk management processes.
FedRAMP
The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) is a U.S. government initiative that standardizes security assessment and monitoring for cloud products and services. It enables federal agencies to adopt cloud technologies quickly and securely by providing consistent security controls that cloud service providers (CSPs) must meet for authorization. Authorized CSPs are listed on the FedRAMP Marketplace, allowing agencies to easily find vetted providers.
NIST Privacy Framework
This publication outlines the NIST Privacy Framework: A Tool for Improving Privacy through Enterprise Risk Management (Version 1.0). It helps organizations identify and manage privacy risks while developing innovative products and services. The framework offers a flexible, risk-based approach suitable for all organizations, regardless of technology or sector. It aligns with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework to support integrated use.
NIST 800-53 Rev. 5
The NIST 800-53 Rev. 5 publication provides a comprehensive approach to information security and risk management by offering essential security controls for organizations to strengthen their information systems. Designed to be policy- and technology-neutral, it addresses the increasing sophistication of cyberattacks. NIST 800-53 Rev. 5 is a widely recognized framework, often serving as a foundation for other security standards like FedRAMP and CMMC. The publication is regularly updated to stay relevant in the evolving cybersecurity landscape.
NIST 800-171/A
NIST 800-171A Rev. 2 (2020) outlines recommended security requirements for safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in non-federal systems, applicable to all components that process, store, or transmit CUI. Managed by the Department of Defense, this update provides assessment guidance for compliance with the original 2016 publication. The security controls are organized into 14 families and are customizable to meet specific organizational needs. While not mandatory, compliance with NIST 800-171A helps organizations meet FAR Clause 52.204-21 requirements for protecting CUI.
Other common IT compliance frameworks
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PCI DSS 4.0
The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is a global standard that provides a baseline of technical and operational requirements for protecting payment data. PCI DSS version 4. 0 is the next evolution of the standard. PCI DSS 4.0. Developed with Global Industry Collaboration, PCI DSS 4.0 provides organizations with a more comprehensive and flexible set of security standards to protect against evolving threats to cardholder data.
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COBIT 5
COBIT 5 is a comprehensive business framework for the governance and management of enterprise IT, developed by ISACA®, an international professional association for IT governance. COBIT 5 assists organizations of all sizes to achieve their objectives for the governance and management of enterprise information and technical assets. COBIT 5 incorporates COBIT 4.1 and major frameworks and standards, including VAL IT 2.0, RISK IT, ITIL®, and ISO. This content pack also includes COBIT 5 for Information Security, which helps provide guidance for IT and security professionals on information security-related activities.
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HIPAA
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (effective April 14, 2003) is a US law designed to impose privacy standards to protect patients’ medical records and other health information provided to health plans, doctors, hospitals, and other health care providers. Developed by the Department of Health and Human Services, these standards give patients access to their medical records and more control over how their health information is used and disclosed. They represent a uniform federal floor of privacy protections for consumers nationwide. This new rule does not affect state laws, providing additional consumer protections.
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