System Security Plan for: {System Name} Version: Date: ✓ Solved

Prepared by:

System Identification

System Name/Title: {Insert the title of the system here}

Responsible Organization: {Insert the name of the organization that manages the system}

Information Contact: {Insert the name and contact details of the person responsible for the system}

Assignment of Security Responsibility: {Describe who is responsible for the security of the system and their roles}

System Operational Status: {Indicate whether the system is operational, under development, or being retired}

General Description/Purpose: {Provide a brief summary of the system and its purpose}

System Environment: {Describe the environment in which the system operates, including hardware and software details}

System Interconnection/Information Sharing: {Explain how this system interacts with other systems and what information is shared}

Laws, Regulations, and Policies Affecting the System: {List any legal and regulatory requirements that impact the system}

Sensitivity of Information Handled: {Discuss the types of sensitive information the system processes and how it is categorized}

Management Controls

Risk Assessment and Management: {Provide details on how risks are assessed and managed for this system}

Review of Security Controls: {Outline the process for regularly reviewing and updating security controls}

Rules of Behavior: {Establish rules of behavior for system users to ensure sensitive information is handled appropriately}

Planning for Security in the Life Cycle:

  • Initiation Phase: {Describe security considerations in the project initiation phase}

  • Development/Acquisition Phase: {Discuss security measures during development and acquisition of the system}

  • Implementation Phase: {Explain how security is implemented when the system is launched}

  • Operation/Maintenance Phase: {Detail ongoing security measures during the system's operation}

  • Disposal Phase: {Outline the procedures for secure disposal of system data and hardware}

Operational Controls

Personnel Security: {Describe measures for ensuring personnel with access to the system are trustworthy}

Physical and Environmental Protection: {List security measures to protect the physical premises where the system is located}

Production, Input/Output Controls: {Explain controls in place for data entering or leaving the system}

Contingency Planning: {Outline contingency plans for system outages or emergencies}

Maintenance Controls: {Detail procedures for maintaining the system in a secure manner}

Data Integrity/Validation Controls: {Discuss how data integrity is ensured and validated}

Documentation Security Awareness and Training: {Describe training programs to keep personnel aware of security policies}

Incident Response Capability: {Detail the system's capabilities to respond to security incidents}

Technical Controls

Identification and Authentication: {Describe controls for identifying users and authenticating access}

Authorization/Access Controls: {Explain measures in place to control access to the system}

Public Access Controls: {Outline any limitations for public access to the system}

Audit Trails: {Describe the system's capabilities for logging access and changes for accountability purposes}

Screenshots: {Include any relevant screenshots that demonstrate compliance with security measures}

Language Use, Audience Awareness and Mechanics of Writing

The documentation should be free of mechanical errors and should clearly communicate the security procedures and responsibilities associated with the system. Effective use of varied sentence structures, figures of speech, and industry terminology should be exemplified throughout the document.

Conclusion

This System Security Plan is intended to provide a comprehensive overview of the security measures in place to protect sensitive information handled by the {System Name}. By adhering to the outlined management, operational, and technical controls, the organization aims to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

References

  • National Institute of Standards and Technology. (2018). Framework for Improving Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity.

  • Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA). (2002). Public Law 107-347.

  • Center for Internet Security. (2020). CIS Controls.

  • ISO/IEC 27001:2013. (2013). Information technology — Security techniques — Information security management systems — Requirements.

  • US Department of Commerce. (2021). Security and Privacy Controls for Information Systems and Organizations.

  • General Services Administration. (2017). Risk Management Framework for Information Systems and Organizations.

  • Microsoft. (2020). Cybersecurity Reference Architecture.

  • IEEE. (2017). IEEE Standard for Software and System Security Engineering.

  • ISACA. (2018). COBIT 2019 Framework: Introduction and Methodology.

  • National Cyber Security Centre. (2020). Cyber Security: The Role of Public and Private Sectors.