Title: Guide for Applying the Risk Management Framework to Federal Information Systems: A Security Life Cycle Approach
Overview: NIST SP 800-37 Revision 1 provides guidelines for applying the Risk Management Framework (RMF) to federal information systems. The RMF is a structured process that integrates security and risk management activities into the system development life cycle. The publication emphasizes building information security capabilities into federal information systems through the application of state-of-the-practice management, operational, and technical security controls.
Key Steps:
- Categorize Information Systems: Determine the impact level of the information system based on the potential impact on organizational operations, assets, and individuals.
- Select Security Controls: Choose appropriate security controls from NIST SP 800-53 based on the system’s categorization.
- Implement Security Controls: Apply the selected security controls and document how they are deployed within the system.
- Assess Security Controls: Evaluate the effectiveness of the security controls to ensure they are functioning as intended.
- Authorize Information System: Make a risk-based decision to authorize the system to operate.
- Monitor Security Controls: Continuously monitor the security controls to ensure they remain effective over time.

