What changed in NIST CSF 2.0?

Version 2.0, released in 2024, added Govern as a sixth function, putting leadership accountability, strategy, and policy at the center, and broadened the framework beyond critical infrastructure to organizations of every size.

Is NIST CSF mandatory?

No. It is voluntary, which is why it works well as a baseline. Meeting NIST CSF also makes it easier to satisfy regulated frameworks like HIPAA and PCI and to answer cyber insurance applications.

How does bdManagedIT use the NIST CSF?

We build our incident response and managed security around NIST CSF 2.0, mapping your controls to all six functions so you can see where you stand and close gaps in a recognized, defensible structure.

Does NIST CSF help with cyber insurance or audits?

Yes. The same controls, asset inventory, MFA, monitoring, tested backups, and incident response, are what insurers and auditors look for. NIST CSF gives you one structure that supports both.

How do we get started?

Take the free IT Maturity or Cyber Security self-assessment, or book a first appointment. We will map your current controls to the six NIST CSF functions and prioritize the gaps.

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NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF 2.0)

NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0

The NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 organizes security into six functions, Govern, Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover, for any size business.

Who the NIST CSF applies to

Any organization that wants a clear, recognized way to manage cyber risk. NIST CSF is voluntary, not a regulation, which makes it a practical baseline for small and mid-sized businesses, and the structure many insurers and auditors expect to see.

The six NIST CSF 2.0 functions

Govern: set and oversee your cybersecurity strategy, roles, and policies
Identify: inventory your assets, data, and risks
Protect: access control, MFA, encryption, training, and maintenance
Detect: monitor for and surface suspicious activity
Respond: contain, analyze, and communicate during an incident
Recover: restore systems and strengthen resilience afterward

Source: NIST Cybersecurity Framework

How bdManagedIT helps

We map your environment to NIST CSF, remediate the gaps, and document everything so you walk into an audit ready. Start with the free Cyber Insurance and Compliance Readiness Checker or book a first appointment.

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NIST CSF, FAQs

What is the NIST Cybersecurity Framework?: The NIST CSF is a voluntary framework that organizes cybersecurity into six functions, Govern, Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover. It gives any business a common language and a practical structure for managing cyber risk.
What changed in NIST CSF 2.0?: Version 2.0, released in 2024, added Govern as a sixth function, putting leadership accountability, strategy, and policy at the center, and broadened the framework beyond critical infrastructure to organizations of every size.
Is NIST CSF mandatory?: No. It is voluntary, which is why it works well as a baseline. Meeting NIST CSF also makes it easier to satisfy regulated frameworks like HIPAA and PCI and to answer cyber insurance applications.
How does bdManagedIT use the NIST CSF?: We build our incident response and managed security around NIST CSF 2.0, mapping your controls to all six functions so you can see where you stand and close gaps in a recognized, defensible structure.
Does NIST CSF help with cyber insurance or audits?: Yes. The same controls, asset inventory, MFA, monitoring, tested backups, and incident response, are what insurers and auditors look for. NIST CSF gives you one structure that supports both.
How do we get started?: Take the free IT Maturity or Cyber Security self-assessment, or book a first appointment. We will map your current controls to the six NIST CSF functions and prioritize the gaps.