• Online, Self-Paced

Security categorization provides a structured way to determine the criticality and sensitivity of the information being processed, stored, and transmitted by an information system. This course provides learners with an understanding of how to categorize the system and the information using the NIST SP 800-37 Rev. 2 Risk Management Framework.

Learning Objectives

On successful completion of this course, learners should have the knowledge and skills required to:

  • Identify all information types based on the system boundary
  • Categorize information processed, stored, or transmitted by the potential adverse impact that information can be compromised as it regards to confidentiality, integrity or availability
  • Ensure the security categorizations are consistent with roles, operating environment, connectivity and intended use

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Risk Management

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.

Feedback

If you would like to provide feedback for this course, please e-mail the NICCS SO at NICCS@hq.dhs.gov.