Security Frameworks 

Security frameworks are structured guidelines, best practices, and standards to help organizations manage and protect their information systems. They provide a comprehensive approach to identifying and mitigating security risks, ensuring that an organization's security practices are practical and aligned with industry expectations.

What Frameworks Does Vanta Support? 

• Visit this page for a complete list of the frameworks Vanta supports. Vanta also supports the creation of Custom Frameworks, which allow you to create and monitor custom frameworks and controls. Use Vanta's templates to import your existing requirements or build new ones to meet your organization's maturing needs.

Controls

Controls are specific measures, actions, or procedures organizations implement to manage and mitigate risks, protect assets, and ensure compliance with security policies. In the context of security frameworks, controls are the individual components or building blocks that help organizations achieve the broader goals outlined by the framework.

Adherence to a security framework is often measured by how well an organization has implemented its prescribed controls. During an audit or assessment, the effectiveness of these controls is evaluated to determine if the organization meets the framework's standards.

Security Policies 

Security policies are formal documents that outline an organization's rules, guidelines, and expectations for maintaining information security. They provide a clear and consistent set of instructions on protecting sensitive data, managing risks, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Security policies are essential for establishing a solid security posture and guiding the behavior of employees, contractors, and other organizational stakeholders. Security policies define what needs to be protected and the required level. Based on these policies, specific security controls are implemented to enforce the rules and guidelines set forth.

For example, a policy on data encryption would lead to the implementation of encryption controls to protect sensitive information.