NIST Cybersecurity Framework

Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Associated Publications

Scenario

Company: SentinelCrest Cyber Defense

Industry: Government, Defense, and Critical Infrastructure

SentinelCrest Cyber Defense is engaged by a federal contractor responsible for maintaining network and data systems for a Department of Energy (DoE) facility. The environment includes classified and unclassified systems, high-impact control systems, and a mix of legacy and cloud infrastructure.

Purpose

To ensure secure design, implementation, and monitoring of systems by aligning all security activities to the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF). This includes full lifecycle management of information systems and integration with privacy and supply chain risk controls.

Management Information

Responsible Role

Information Security Manager

Review Frequency

Every 6 months

Date Written

January 2025

Enforcement

Must align with FIPS standards; ATO required