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November 29, 2023 3 min read
In terms of FISMA “Compliance”, an independent audit, accompanied by a Security Assessment Report (SAR) is used for reporting on FISMA. Per NIST, a SAR “Provides a disciplined and structured approach for documenting the findings of the assessor and the recommendations for correcting any identified vulnerabilities in the security controls.”
But that’s not a hard and fast rule. At times, we’ve seen where federal contractors can provide only a System Security Plan (SSP) detailing their control environment against the NIST SP 800-53 controls. Other times, we’ve seen a simple statement of compliance given to federal contractors by a consulting firm. It all depends on who is asking for FISMA compliance. If it’s a federal agency, then expect to produce both an SSP and a SAR.
For federal contractors, FISMA compliance typically involves several key steps:
Overall, FISMA compliance for federal contractors involves establishing a robust security framework, continuously monitoring for risks and threats, maintaining extensive documentation, and fostering a culture of security awareness. Adherence to FISMA requirements not only helps protect sensitive government data but also ensures federal contractors' eligibility for government contracts and partnerships. It's a critical component of maintaining trust and integrity in the federal contracting ecosystem.
100 + NIST 800-53 Templates Available for Download
The solution for NIST RMF documentation is the Arlington Security Portal (ASP), an online repository of world-class, industry leading security and privacy policies & procedures, programs, plans – and other highly essential documents & templates developed specifically on NIST SP 800-53, Revision 5.
From Beginning to End, Complete Project Management for FISMA
With Arlington, we can manage your entire FISMA compliance engagement from beginning to end (i.e., from the initial FISMA scoping & gap assessment to post-Authorization to Operate (ATO) activities, providing essential services for getting you to the finish line in terms of FISMA compliance. Core services and solutions offered include the following:
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