In today’s complex digital landscape, understanding and adhering to various compliance standards is paramount for security and trust. CISOGenie is designed to streamline the implementation of controls related to many of these standards, offering guidance and structure to achieve compliance efficiently. Below, we demystify key frameworks, laws, and certifications relevant to both IT and OT environments.
GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
Aims to protect the data and privacy of individuals within the EU and EEA, giving them control over their personal data. It imposes rules on organizations worldwide that process data related to EU residents.
RBI Cyber Security Framework for Banks (CSF)
Mandates cybersecurity measures for Indian banks to protect financial systems from cyber threats. It ensures the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of banking data and operations.
DPDPA (Digital Personal Data Protection Act) (Draft)
A proposed Indian law that governs the processing of digital personal data. It seeks to balance individual data rights with the need for organizations to process data.
SEBI Cyber Security and Cyber Resilience Framework (CSCRF)
Requires Indian securities market intermediaries to implement cybersecurity measures. It enhances the resilience of the securities market against cyberattacks and data breaches.
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)
Protects sensitive patient health information (PHI) in the U.S. It sets standards for the secure handling of electronic, written, and oral PHI.
NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)
Provides U.S. guidelines and best practices for organizations to manage and reduce cybersecurity risk. It is a voluntary framework that helps organizations improve their cybersecurity posture.
DORA
DORA is a recent European Union regulation that mandates uniform requirements for the digital operational resilience of the financial sector. Its core purpose is to ensure that financial firms can withstand, respond to, and recover from all types of ICT-related disruptions and threats, ultimately strengthening the stability of the entire financial system.
COBIT
COBIT stands for Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies. It is a governance and management framework for enterprise IT, aligning business goals with technology. It helps organizations manage risks and meet compliance requirements by providing a comprehensive, end-to-end framework. The latest version, COBIT 2019, emphasizes a more flexible and tailored approach.
NIST AI RMF
The NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF) is a voluntary guide to help organizations manage the risks of artificial intelligence. It provides a structured approach to identify, measure, and mitigate AI-specific risks like bias, privacy, and security. The framework's core functions—Govern, Map, Measure, and Manage—are designed to build trustworthy and responsible AI systems.
RBI - Master Directions for IT GRC
The RBI Master Directions for IT GRC are a set of mandatory guidelines issued by the Reserve Bank of India. They are designed for financial institutions in India to establish a robust framework for IT governance, risk, controls, and assurance. The directions mandate a clear IT governance structure, risk-based audits, and strong security controls to enhance the overall IT and cybersecurity posture of regulated entities.