Gain a deep understanding of the NIST Risk Management Framework life cycle and use real-world examples to master the practical implementation of the framework within your own organization Key Features Implement NIST RMF with this step-by-step guide for effective security operations Draw insights from case studies illustrating the application of RMF principles in diverse organizational environments Discover expert tips for fostering a strong security culture and collaboration between security teams and the business Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionOvercome the complexities of the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), a set of guidelines and best practices to help organizations manage and mitigate cybersecurity risks. This book is a comprehensive and practical resource offering invaluable insights for individuals and organizations to understand and implement the framework. Complete with clear explanations, best practices, and real-world examples, this book demystifies the RMF process by helping you build a deep understanding of RMF, including its history, components, and stages. You’ll develop practical skills to implement the RMF in your organization, from forming a security team to conducting security assessments and preparing for audits. The book will guide you in establishing continuous monitoring processes, developing robust incident response plans, and analyzing security incidents efficiently. What’s more? You’ll get to grips with the RMF approach of “Prepare, Categorize, Select, Implement, Assess, and Authorize” as you explore real-world case studies. By the end of this risk management book, you’ll have gained the practical skills to confidently implement the framework to systematically manage and mitigate cybersecurity risks within your organization.What you will learn Understand the NIST Risk Management Framework’s life cycle and implementation Learn security controls and assessment procedures to maintain robust security postures Explore cloud security with real-world examples to enhance detection and response capabilities Master compliance requirements and best practices with relevant regulations and industry standards Explore risk management strategies to prioritize security investments and resource allocation Develop robust incident response plans and analyze security incidents efficiently Who this book is forThis book is for cybersecurity professionals, IT managers and executives, risk managers, and policymakers. Government officials in federal agencies, where adherence to NIST RMF is crucial, will find this resource especially useful for implementing and managing cybersecurity risks. A basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, especially risk management, and awareness of IT and network infrastructure is assumed.

Book Information
ISBN 9781835089842
Author Thomas Marsland
Format Paperback
Imprint Packt Publishing Limited
Publisher Packt Publishing Limited