You're reading from Unveiling the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) A practical guide to implementing RMF and managing risks in your organization

Product type Paperback

Published in Apr 2024

Publisher Packt

ISBN-13 9781835089842

Length 240 pages

Edition 1st Edition

Concepts

Cybersecurity

Author (1):

Mr. Thomas Marsland

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Table of Contents (17) Chapters

Preface

1. Part 1: Introduction to the NIST Risk Management Framework FREE CHAPTER

2. Chapter 1: Understanding Cybersecurity and Risk Management

3. Chapter 2: NIST Risk Management Framework Overview

4. Chapter 3: Benefits of Implementing the NIST Risk Management Framework

5. Part 2: Implementing the NIST RMF in Your Organization

6. Chapter 4: Preparing for RMF Implementation

7. Chapter 5: The NIST RMF Life Cycle

8. Chapter 6: Security Controls and Documentation

9. Chapter 7: Assessment and Authorization

10. Part 3: Advanced Topics and Best Practices

11. Chapter 8: Continuous Monitoring and Incident Response

12. Chapter 9: Cloud Security and the NIST RMF

13. Chapter 10: NIST RMF Case Studies and Future Trends

14. Chapter 11: A Look Ahead

15. Index

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Purpose

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