NIST 800-53 vs ISO 27001
Compare compliance frameworks to understand their overlap and unique requirements. TrueConfig maps your Microsoft 365 controls to both standards.
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NIST Special Publication 800-53
Comprehensive security and privacy controls catalog from the National Institute of Standards and Technology.
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Learn moreISO/IEC 27001:2022
International standard for information security management systems with Annex A controls.
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Learn moreFeature Comparison
Feature
NIST 800-53
ISO 27001
Mapped Controls
54
54
Overlapping Controls
54
54
Certification Available
Suitable for Regulated Industries
Government Ready
Enterprise Focus
Healthcare Industry
Financial Services
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NIST 800-53 Features
- 54 TrueConfig controls mapped
- Published by National Institute of Standards and Technology
- Version Rev. 5
- Gold standard for federal security compliance
- Comprehensive control coverage across all security domains
ISO 27001 Features
- 54 TrueConfig controls mapped
- Published by International Organization for Standardization
- Version 2022
- Internationally recognized certification
- Systematic approach to security management
NIST 800-53 for Comprehensive Coverage
NIST Special Publication 800-53 maps to 54 TrueConfig controls, providing broader security coverage. 54 controls overlap with ISO 27001.
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