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📘 NIST SP stands for National Institute of Standards and Technology Special Publication—a series of documents that provide guidelines, recommendations, and technical specifications for cybersecurity and information systems, especially within the U.S. federal government.
🧠 What It Covers
- Security controls for federal information systems
- Risk management frameworks
- Privacy and data protection standards
- Guidance for contractors handling federal data
🔢 Popular NIST SP Documents
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| SP 800-53 | Defines security and privacy controls for federal systems |
| SP 800-171 | Protects Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in non-federal systems |
| SP 800-30 | Provides guidance on risk assessments |
| SP 800-37 | Outlines the Risk Management Framework (RMF) |
| SP 800-61 | Offers incident response strategies |
🏛️ Who Uses It
- Federal agencies: Required to follow many SP guidelines under FISMA
- Government contractors: Must comply when handling federal data
- Private sector: Often adopts SP standards voluntarily for best practices
📚 Where to Find Them
You can explore the full catalog of NIST SP publications on the NIST Computer Security Resource Center.
NIST SPs are like the cybersecurity playbook for government and industry—structured, detailed, and constantly evolving.
