Chapter 7

Key Positions and Roles

Abstract

This chapter defines the key roles used in the RMF.

Keywords

definitions

RMF

risk executive (function)

RMF roles

authorizing official

SISO

ISSO

ISSM

ISSE

information steward

information owner

Table of Contents

Information in this Chapter:

 The key positions and roles defined by NIST and other members of the Joint Task Force Transformation Initiative

Chapter Overview and Key Learning Points

This chapter describes the thirteen key roles stated in NIST SP 800-37 that support fully implementing the RMF and ensure that information systems are developed and maintained in a secure manner in compliance with security and assurance requirements. ...

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