NIST SP 800-171
NIST 800-171 assessments, SSP development, POA&M remediation, and compliance support for organizations handling Controlled Unclassified Information.
Understanding NIST SP 800-171
What Is NIST 800-171
A security framework designed to protect Controlled Unclassified Information within non-federal systems and organizations.
Who Needs It
Why It Matters
Where Most Organizations Get Stuck
Control Deficiencies
CUI Protection Challenges
Missing SSP Documentation
Limited Compliance Resources
Assessment Readiness
The 5 Trust Services Criteria
NIST 800-171 contains 110 security requirements organized across 14 control families.
Access Control
Restrict access to systems and information.
Identification & Authentication
Ensure users are properly verified.
Audit Logging
Maintain accountability and visibility.
Media Protection
Protect sensitive information throughout its lifecycle.
System Integrity
Prevent unauthorized modifications.
Scope of Engagement
Gap Assessment
Review current controls against NIST 800-171.
SSP Development
Develop required System Security Plans.
Risk Review
Identify and prioritize deficiencies.
POA&M Remediation
Address identified compliance gaps.
Readiness Validation
Prepare for assessments and reviews.
Compliance Support
Guidance through compliance activities.
What You Walk Away With
NIST 800-171 Gap Assessment
Identify gaps against NIST 800-171 requirements and provide remediation recommendations.
System Security Plan
Outline security controls and operational environment for CUI protection.
POA&M Register
Track remediation activities, timelines, and resource assignments for deficiencies.
Risk Register
Document risks, impacts, and mitigation strategies for compliance issues.
Readiness Report
Summarize assessment findings and readiness status for review.
Executive Summary
Provide a concise overview of compliance posture and next steps.
What Changes Once You're Certified
Protect CUI
Improve Compliance Readiness
Support Contract Eligibility
Strengthen Governance
Reduce Cyber Risk
How We Get You Audit-Ready
Assessment
Evaluate current security controls.
Gap Analysis
Identify missing requirements.
Remediation
Address deficiencies.
Documentation
Develop SSP and supporting artifacts.
Validation
Confirm readiness.
Review Support
Assist during assessments.
Services that commonly pair with this engagement.
Risk Assessment
vCISO Services
Managed Security
CMMC Readiness
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