(ISC)2 Certified in Cybersecurity Practice Exam

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Which organization sets standards for information security within the U.S. federal government?

National Security Agency (NSA)
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

The correct answer is: National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is the organization responsible for setting standards for information security within the U.S. federal government. NIST develops guidelines and frameworks that are designed to help federal agencies and organizations manage security risks effectively. NIST's Special Publication 800 series, for example, provides comprehensive guidance on various aspects of information security, including risk management, security controls, and system security development. These standards are widely adopted not only within government agencies but also in the private sector, further emphasizing their importance and authority in the field of information security. While other agencies like the NSA, FBI, and DHS play significant roles in national security, law enforcement, and cybersecurity, respectively, they do not set the overarching standards for information security. Instead, they might implement or comply with the standards established by NIST to guide their specific operations and security practices.