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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ISO/IEC 27001:2022

International standard for information security management systems with Annex A controls.

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Feature 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
IncludedPartialNot included

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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