Ensuring Comprehensive and Proactive Cybersecurity by Aligning with the Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF)

Balancing the need to manage evolving cyber threats and demonstrating adequate protection and resilience as prescribed in frameworks and guidelines is no easy task. It is particularly important for public sector entities tasked with delivering critical services to strike this delicate balance in order to prevent largescale disruptions.

The Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF), developed by the UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), provides a standardized method for appraising cyber resilience and enhancing a proactive defense against evolving threats. The CAF emphasizes an outcomes-based approach, pushing beyond mere compliance towards constant improvement. This white paper provides an in-depth analysis of how CAF can serve as a toolkit for organizations aiming to assess cybersecurity maturity, comply with regulatory obligations like the Network and Information Systems (NIS) Directive, and reinforce their defenses.

This document further outlines the main objectives and principles of the CAF, its significance in the public sector, and how technologies like Armis can play a significant role in achieving compliance and enhancing cyber resilience. It also details how each principle can offer a clear, actionable roadmap for handling cyber issues effectively.