NIST CSF

NIST Cybersecurity Framework

RACERT conducts independent assessments against NIST CSF to validate how effectively your organisation identifies, protects, detects, responds to, and recovers from cyber incidents.

Understanding NIST CSF

Developed by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology, the NIST CSF helps organisations of all sizes establish, assess, and continuously improve cybersecurity programs. It’s built on five core functions: Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover, each designed to strengthen organisational resilience against evolving threats.

Key Focus Areas Assessed

Governance and Risk Management

This includes reviewing governance structures, policy frameworks, and continuous risk assessment mechanisms that ensure threats are identified, prioritised, and mitigated before they impact operations.

Asset and Data Protection

Threat Detection and Response

Recovery Planning

Continuous Improvement

Who should consider NIST CSF adoption?

NIST CSF is applicable across industries that require a structured, risk-based approach to cybersecurity management. It supports organisations in establishing resilience, meeting regulatory expectations, and aligning with global cybersecurity governance frameworks.

Critical Infrastructure Providers

Organisations in energy, utilities, transportation, and financial services adopt NIST CSF to enhance operational resilience and safeguard essential services against evolving cyber threats.

Organisations Seeking Compliance Alignment

Businesses use NIST CSF to map cybersecurity practices with frameworks like HIPAA, CMMC, and FedRAMP, ensuring cross-framework consistency and evidence-based assurance.

Multinational Corporations

Global entities adopt NIST CSF to unify cybersecurity governance across jurisdictions, ensuring consistent threat detection and incident response across diverse regulatory environments.

Small and Medium-Sized Businesses (SMBs)

SMBs leverage the framework’s scalability to build structured cybersecurity programs, improving maturity without the complexity of larger compliance models.

Technology and Cloud Service Providers

Cloud and SaaS vendors implement NIST CSF to enhance data protection, ensure customer assurance, and demonstrate alignment with international cybersecurity expectations.

Certification, Simplified

Our assessment verify that your management systems comply with the international standards while aligning with your business objectives.

Need to Know

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From understanding the scope and requirements to uncovering the benefits that certification brings to your organisation, we’ve got you covered.

We’ve gathered answers to the most frequently asked questions, providing you with clear insights and guidance every step of the way. Whether you’re new to certification or looking for more specific information, our comprehensive FAQ will ensure you have the knowledge you need to make informed decisions and move forward with confidence.

Why should my organisation pursue a NIST CSF-based assessment?

A NIST CSF assessment validates that your cybersecurity governance and operational controls align with globally recognised best practices. It supports regulatory readiness, risk mitigation, and stakeholder confidence in your cybersecurity capabilities.

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