The Need for Frameworks and Audits

We have briefly touched on frameworks throughout the book and the need to have one in place, especially in today’s world with the increase in regulation and the need for greater compliance, as we have discussed previously. Once you have a framework in place, it is even more important to ensure the controls implemented from that framework are effective. This is where the need for audits comes into play, and it is critical that you validate that the controls that have been put in place are accomplishing what they were intended to do. It is important to ensure an external entity is auditing and attesting to your framework and controls in addition to any self-audited activities.

Validating Controls with Audits

Validating that controls are in place is a significant task in the cybersecurity program and one that should not be neglected. Ensuring the documented controls are enforced will help provide additional certainty and peace of mind...