NIST Identify

IDENTIFY:

This function focuses on understanding risks to systems, people, assets, data, and capabilities. Thus, enabling effective risk management and decision-making.

Categories in the Identify Function

  1. Asset Management:

Identify and inventory organizational assets (hardware, software, data, etc.).

 

  1. Business Environment:

Understand the organization’s mission, role in the supply chain, and critical functions.

 

  1. Governance:

Establish cybersecurity policies, roles, and responsibilities aligned with legal and regulatory requirements.

 

  1. Risk Assessment:

Identify potential threats, vulnerabilities, and impacts to assets.

 

  1. Risk Management Strategy:

Establish the organization’s approach to managing cybersecurity risk.