在今天的数字时代, cybersecurity compliance is a priority for organizations across all industries. 虽然它传统上被视为一个技术领域, 实现网络安全合规性远不止于此. It involves the interpretation of regulatory frameworks that can enable engineering teams to develop compliant products and soft skills such as effective communication that bridge the gap between technical teams and leadership. This blog post focuses on the nature of cybersecurity compliance and the key skills required to make a career in it.
什么是网络安全合规?
网络安全合规包括遵守法律, regulations and standards designed to protect sensitive information and ensure the integrity, 数据的保密性和可用性. This can include industry-specific regulations such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) for healthcare, 支付卡行业数据安全标准.0 （PCI-DSS）用于金融机构, ISO 27001信息安全管理体系, and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for the protection of the personal data in the EU. Compliance not only helps in avoiding legal penalties but also builds trust with customers and stakeholders.
While technical skills are not required, technical acumen in cybersecurity compliance is needed. Technical acumen essentially means understanding the fundamentals of technology—how systems operate and applying a risk-based mindset to identify potential vulnerabilities. 例如, 你确实需要知道如何编写代码, but you can evaluate if the coding standards established by the organization have been followed or if access to the code repository has been restricted and follows segregation of duties. 技术敏锐性强调理解目的, and ensuring adequate safeguards are in place to mitigate technical risks.
网络安全合规性为何重要?
根据… IBM报告在美国，每次数据泄露的平均成本超过4美元.500万，而 Verizon的数据泄露调查报告（DBIR）)确认了5199次违规. 其财务影响是惊人的, 数据泄露给整个行业造成了230亿美元的损失. 认识到网络安全的关键性质, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) introduced a cyber disclosure rule requiring publicly traded companies to report cyber incidents using Form 8-K. 表单, 传统上用于向股东报告重大事件, 现在将其目的扩展到包括网络安全事件, 通过证券交易委员会公开披露这些信息 埃德加 搜索引擎.
通过引入如此严格的要求, the message is clear that cyber risk is business risk and the damage can be minimized by implementing rigorous compliance measures and building proactive risk management that strengthens the cybersecurity posture.
网络安全合规性的非技术组件
而技术敏锐度是必不可少的, non-technical components play a significant role in cybersecurity compliance. 以下是一些相关的技能：
- Understanding Technology Risks and Evaluating Security Controls:
- 了解组织的IT系统, infrastructure and data flows by interacting with the Subject Matter Experts (SME)
- 记录从中得到的理解, identifying technology risks and developing appropriate controls that can mitigate it
- Evaluating existing security controls for compliance against the standards, 框架和监管要求.
- 解释监管规定:
- Understanding and interpreting the technical aspects of complex regulations and standards.
- Mapping regulatory requirements to the existing landscape and developing actionable compliance strategies.
- 实施风险管理策略:
- Using industry-standard frameworks such NIST 网络安全 Framework, determine the gaps to be addressed in the organization's cybersecurity culture and posture.
- 与IT和安全团队合作:
- Building effective communication channels between technical teams and business stakeholders.
- Bridging the gap between technical knowledge and business understanding to ensure a cohesive approach to cybersecurity compliance
平衡的方法至关重要
A balanced approach to integrating both technical and non-technical components is essential for cybersecurity compliance. It is imperative to have strong technical acumen that includes a deep understanding of how technology operates, 以及相关的风险状况, to be able to link technology implementation to regulatory requirements. It is equally important to focus on non-technical skills such as risk management, 对法规的理解和有效沟通.
In conclusion, cybersecurity compliance goes beyond being technical. 而是要理解更广泛的监管格局, managing risks effectively and fostering collaboration between technical teams and business stakeholders. 随着数字环境的不断发展, so must our approaches to ensure that we are prepared to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.
作者附言: The opinions expressed are the author’s own views and do not necessarily represent those of the organization or of the certification bodies she is affiliated with.
