NIST 800-171 Made Simple: A Step-by-Step Compliance Guide for IT and Security Teams

By Dr. Patrick Jones

Unlock the Blueprint to NIST 800-171 Compliance-Simplified for IT Professionals, Security Teams, and Decision-Makers
Are you responsible for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in your organization? Do you need to implement NIST 800-171 but feel overwhelmed by the complexity of the standard? Whether you're an IT leader, compliance officer, or security specialist, this book is your practical, easy-to-follow guide to achieving and maintaining compliance-with clarity and confidence.

This isn't theory. This is a roadmap.
Written in plain language and grounded in real-world application, this book walks you through each of the 14 control families and 110 requirements of NIST 800-171. With step-by-step implementation strategies, Microsoft ecosystem alignment (Intune, Entra, Defender, Purview, and more), and practical examples, you'll not only understand what the standard requires-you'll know exactly how to act on it.

Inside, you'll discover how to: Scope and assess your environment for CUI handlingBuild a system security plan (SSP) and POA&M with confidenceImplement access control, encryption, patching, logging, and moreAlign technical controls with Microsoft 365 and Azure toolsPrepare for CMMC Level 2 certification and beyondAvoid common compliance pitfalls and operational blind spotsWhether you're starting from scratch or refining an existing program, this guide will meet you where you are-and help you move forward with a secure, sustainable strategy.

Why this book stands out: Written in a conversational, non-intimidating toneFree of fluff and filler-just clear, actionable contentDesigned to help you both comply and improve overall security maturityIdeal for in-house teams, consultants, defense contractors, and MSPsProtect the data that protects the mission.
Your roadmap to full NIST 800-171 compliance starts here.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F6V2WH43
• ISBN13: 9798281733212
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 146 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"