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What is NIST?

NIST stands for the National Institute of Standards and Technology. It is a non-regulatory agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce. NIST's mission is to promote U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology in ways that enhance economic security and improve our quality of life. It provides a wide array of standards, guidelines, and resources across various fields, including cybersecurity, physics, chemistry, and engineering. Common uses include: developing cybersecurity frameworks (like the NIST Cybersecurity Framework), providing measurement standards for industry, conducting research in advanced technologies, and supporting innovation through grant programs.

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What other technologies are related to NIST?

NIST Complementary Technologies

ISO 27001

ISO 27001 is a standard for information security management systems, and NIST provides frameworks and guidelines that can be used to implement and enhance an ISMS.

mentioned alongside NIST in 28% (18.1k) of relevant job posts

CIS

CIS provides benchmarks and controls that complement the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and other NIST publications by providing specific implementation guidance.

mentioned alongside NIST in 44% (6.2k) of relevant job posts

COBIT

COBIT is a framework for IT governance and management, which can be used in conjunction with NIST frameworks to provide a broader governance context for cybersecurity activities.

mentioned alongside NIST in 35% (6.7k) of relevant job posts