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Secure Controls Framework (SCF)

Overview

The Secure Controls Framework (SCF) is a cybersecurity and compliance framework that provides organizations with a set of security and privacy controls. The SCF integrates various regulatory, statutory, and contractual requirements into a common control framework, aiming to assist organizations in managing security and compliance efforts. It is used in industries such as finance, healthcare, government, and technology.

History

The SCF was community developed to address the complexity of compliance requirements across multiple industries. It harmonizes requirements from various global standards, including the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification, ISO/IEC 27001, GDPR, and HIPAA, among others. The SCF is designed to support organizations of different sizes and sectors with a structured approach to security and compliance.

Purpose and Objectives

The Secure Controls Framework aims to:

Standardize security, privacy, and compliance requirements from multiple sources.

Reduce redundancy by mapping overlapping controls from various regulations and standards.

Support risk management by helping organizations identify and mitigate security risks.

Assist regulatory compliance by aligning controls with multiple regulatory requirements.

Provide flexibility for organizations of various sizes and industries.

Structure and Components

The SCF consists of:

Domains: Categories of related security and privacy controls.

Controls: Core cybersecurity and data privacy controls.

Control Requirements: Specific requirements derived from various frameworks and standards.

Mappings: Cross-references to international regulations and standards.

Adoption and Use Cases

Organizations may adopt the SCF to:

Conduct security assessments and audits.

Align security practices with industry frameworks.

Enhance cybersecurity practices and address compliance requirements.

Support risk management and governance initiatives.

Evaluate third-party risk management and vendor assessments.

Comparison with Other Frameworks

The SCF is designed to integrate elements from multiple security frameworks, including:

NIST Cybersecurity Framework

Availability and Licensing

The SCF is publicly available and can be accessed through its official website. It is provided as an open-source framework, allowing organizations to tailor its controls according to their needs while maintaining alignment with various security and compliance standards.

References

Secure Controls Framework Official Website: [1]