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NIST 800-53 Basics for Sales Team

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The Basics: What is NIST 800-53?

What is NIST 800-53?
NIST 800-53 is a publication by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) that provides a comprehensive framework for managing cybersecurity risk. It outlines a set of security and privacy controls designed to protect federal information systems and organizations.

NOTE: NIST 800-53 may be MOST relevant for USA based customers who are in the federal government or who are contractors of the federal government.

What products are NIST certified?

  • BoldSign
  • BoldBI
  • BoldDesk
  • BoldReports
  • ESEE
  • Syncfusion (as a company)

What is the importance of NIST 800-53?

  • Regulatory Compliance: Many organizations, especially those in government contracting, must comply with NIST 800-53 to meet US federal regulations.
  • Risk Management: Helps organizations identify, assess, and mitigate risks effectively.
  • Market Advantage: Companies certified under NIST 800-53 demonstrate a commitment to cybersecurity, enhancing trust with clients and partners.
  • Comprehensive Protection: The controls outlined in NIST 800-53 cover a wide range of security areas, ensuring a holistic approach to security.

How can NIST be used as a selling point?
Syncfusion’s suite of tools and products can support organizations in meeting NIST 800-53 requirements by providing:

  • Secure Development Practices: Syncfusion adheres to secure coding standards, helping clients build applications that align with NIST controls.
  • Data Protection: Our data management tools come with built-in security features that facilitate compliance with access control and data protection standards.
  • Monitoring and Reporting: Syncfusion products offer robust logging and reporting capabilities, aiding in audit and accountability measures.
  • Assurance: For risk adverse or security minded customers, knowing Syncfusion complies with NIST 800-53 standards provides peace of mind.

How to handle customer requests relating to NIST 800-53:

What do I do if I have a customer requesting our NIST certificate or report?

  • Create an activity on the customers ticket for Kate Dobson
  • Provide email address of the individual to whom the view-only NIST 800-53 Report should be shared with.
    • Regulatory Compliance Team will send customer an invitation from our Tugboat Logic Security Portal to view the report
    • If downloadable is needed a SOC 2 NDA will be initiated
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