Which of the following NIST documents provides a guideline for identifying an information system
as a National Security System?
A.
NIST SP 800-37
B.
NIST SP 800-59
C.
NIST SP 800-53
D.
NIST SP 800-60
E.
NIST SP 800-53A
Explanation:
NIST has developed a suite of documents for conducting Certification &
Accreditation (C&A). These documents are as follows: NIST Special Publication 800-37: This
document is a guide for the security certification and accreditation of Federal Information Systems.
NIST Special Publication 800-53: This document provides a guideline for security controls for
Federal Information Systems. NIST Special Publication 800-53A. This document consists of
techniques and procedures for verifying the effectiveness of security controls in Federal
Information System. NIST Special Publication 800-59: This document is a guideline for identifying
an information system as a National Security System. NIST Special Publication 800-60: This
document is a guide for mapping types of information and information systems to security
objectives and risk levels.