NIST Cybersecurity Framework

  1. Framework Architecture and Components
    1. Framework Core Structure
      1. Hierarchical organization principles
        1. Functions as primary categories
          1. Categories as outcome groupings
            1. Subcategories as specific activities
              1. Informative references integration
              2. Implementation Tiers Concept
                1. Maturity assessment mechanism
                  1. Self-evaluation framework
                    1. Improvement prioritization tool
                      1. Stakeholder communication aid
                      2. Framework Profiles Methodology
                        1. Current state documentation
                          1. Target state definition
                            1. Gap analysis facilitation
                              1. Progress measurement tools
                              2. Informative References System
                                1. Standards mapping approach
                                  1. Control framework alignment
                                    1. Implementation guidance provision
                                      1. Compliance support mechanisms

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                                    3. The Framework Core: Five Functions