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NIST 800-161 Compliance Essentials
"NIST 800-161 Compliance Essentials" introduces the foundational principles of the NIST guidelines for securing systems and components in supply chain environments. Participants gain practical insights into assessing vendor risk, mapping interdependencies, and applying cyber threat intelligence to supply chain decisions. The course enables organizations to align with U.S. federal cybersecurity standards, mitigating risks from third-party software, hardware, and services.
Course Overview
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the requirements and framework of NIST 800-161 for cybersecurity in the defense industrial base.
- Learn about the key controls and implementation guidance of NIST 800-161.
- Explore the processes for achieving and maintaining compliance.
- Understand the impact of this standard on defense contractors and suppliers.
- NIST 800-161 directly addresses cybersecurity requirements for protecting sensitive defense information.
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):
Competency Areas
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