Cybersecurity Capability Maturity Model (C2M2)
Status:
PUBLISHED
As of:
2012
Region(s):
USA
Body:
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)
Applicable to:
Critical Infrastructure such as Energy, water, transportation, healthcare. Government and Defense. Financial Services. Technology and Telecom. The C2M2 is versatile and can be applied across a wide range of industries where cybersecurity is critical, General, Government Facilities
Summary:
The Cybersecurity Capability Maturity Model (C2M2) is a framework developed to help organizations improve cybersecurity practices by providing a structured approach to assessing and enhancing cybersecurity capabilities. C2M2 is designed to help organizations assess their current cybersecurity practices and identify areas for improvement. It provides a clear path for developing and enhancing cybersecurity capabilities. Maturity Levels: The model uses maturity levels to gauge an organization’s cybersecurity practices, from initial, ad-hoc practices to optimized and continuously improving processes. Key Components include the following domains Asset, Change, and Configuration Management: Managing and protecting organizational assets and configurations. Business Environment: Understanding the organization’s business context and cybersecurity needs. Governance, Risk, and Compliance: Managing governance structures, risk management processes, and compliance with regulations. Incident Response: Developing and maintaining incident response capabilities. Information Protection: Safeguarding information through appropriate measures. Operational Resilience: Ensuring the organization’s ability to continue operations despite cyber threats. Risk Management: Identifying and managing cybersecurity risks effectively. Security Training and Awareness: Educating and training employees on cybersecurity practices and awareness. Maturity Levels: C2M2 defines five maturity levels, each representing a different stage of capability development: Level 1: Initial/Ad-hoc: Practices are informal and undocumented. Level 2: Managed: Basic practices are established and documented Level 3: Defined: Practices are standardized, documented, and communicated across the organization. Level 4: Quantitatively Managed: Practices are measured and monitored for effectiveness. Level 5: Optimizing: Continuous improvement processes are in place to enhance practices and respond to emerging threats. Assessment Process Implementation and Use