Compliance Resources

Cybersecurity compliance can be a daunting landscape to navigate, with a wide range of standards and regulations that vary depending on your industry and location. Key frameworks like NIST, SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR, and PCI DSS each have their own requirements for safeguarding sensitive data, but understanding and implementing them can be overwhelming for many individuals and organizations. This collection of resources will help you better understand these essential compliance standards and provide the tools needed to stay on top of your cybersecurity obligations.

NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) - Standards and guidelines, primarily for federal agencies, but also widely adopted by private sector organizations.

SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls) - A widely recognized standard for data security, privacy, and confidentiality, often required by SaaS and technology companies handling customer data.

PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) - Mandates how businesses that handle credit card transactions must secure and protect customer payment information.

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) - Applies to healthcare organizations and those handling healthcare data, ensuring that patient information is securely stored and transmitted.

GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) - A strict data privacy regulation enforced by the EU, regulating how companies handle personal data and ensuring transparency and accountability.