Compliance Engineering

NIST RMF
Compliance for Texas SMBs

Automated NIST Risk Management Framework for SMBs and government contractors. CYFORi streamlines control assessments, automates evidence collection, and generates compliance packages so you can focus on your business.

NIST Risk Management Framework Explained

The NIST RMF (NIST SP 800-37) is the federal standard for managing information security risk. For Texas SMBs, compliance with NIST frameworks (particularly NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-171) is increasingly required for government contracts, federal grants, and work with regulated industries.

NIST 800-171 specifically applies to non-federal organizations that process, store, or transmit Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) — making it essential for any Texas SMB working with defense contractors, government agencies, or federal grants.

CYFORi automates the entire RMF process: streamlined workflows, automated security control assessments, and compliance package generation — so Texas SMBs can meet NIST requirements without hiring a full-time compliance team.

Why Texas SMBs Need NIST RMF

If your Texas SMB any of these: works with government agencies, holds federal contracts, handles CUI data, or serves as a subcontractor to defense primes — NIST 800-171 compliance is mandatory.

The DoD's DFARS 252.204-7012 clause requires NIST 800-171 compliance for all contractors handling CUI. Non-compliance means losing contracts and potential False Claims Act liability.

The NIST RMF Process

1. Categorize

Classify your information systems based on impact levels (Low, Moderate, High)

2. Select

Select appropriate security controls from NIST 800-53 based on your categorization

3. Implement

Implement controls and document how they address each requirement

4. Assess

Have your controls assessed by a qualified assessor to verify effectiveness

5. Authorize

Senior leadership authorizes the system based on risk assessment results

6. Monitor

Continuous monitoring of controls and annual re-assessment to maintain authorization

How CYFORi Automates Your NIST RMF

We automate the heavy lifting so your Texas SMB can achieve NIST compliance efficiently and maintain it continuously.

1

System Categorization

We classify your systems and identify applicable NIST requirements

2

Control Mapping

Map controls to your specific environment with automation

3

Remediation

Implement and document all required security controls

4

SPS Generation

Automated System Security Plan and supporting documentation

Continuous Monitoring

Ongoing control monitoring with automated reporting

NIST RMF by the Numbers

110+
NIST 800-53 security controls across families
20
NIST 800-171 requirements for CUI protection
$3.6B
Federal contracts require NIST compliance annually
30-60
Days to NIST RMF compliance with CYFORi

NIST RMF Pricing for Texas SMBs

Transparent pricing for NIST compliance. All packages include CYFORi's automation and compliance engineering.

Assessment
NIST Readiness
Evaluate your current posture against NIST 800-171/800-53 requirements.
$30,000 one-time
Ideal for contractors evaluating NIST readiness
  • Full NIST 800-171 gap analysis
  • System categorization
  • Control mapping to NIST 800-53
  • Remediation roadmap
  • 60-day implementation support
Ongoing
Continuous NIST
Maintain continuous NIST compliance with ongoing CYFORi management.
$7,500 /month
Min. 12-month engagement
  • Everything in Full NIST RMF
  • Continuous control monitoring
  • Quarterly reassessments
  • Annual re-authorization support
  • Automated compliance reporting
  • Unlimited auditor liaison
  • Dedicated compliance engineer

Who Needs NIST RMF Compliance?

If your Texas SMB falls into any of these categories, NIST RMF isn't optional — it's contract-critical.

Government Contractors

DFARS 252.204-7012 requires NIST 800-171 for all contractors handling CUI.

Federal Grant Recipients

Many federal grants require NIST compliance as a condition of funding.

Defense Supply Chain

Subcontractors to defense primes must meet NIST 800-171 and CMMC requirements.

Healthcare Organizations

NIST 800-66 alignment with HIPAA requirements for many Texas healthcare SMBs.

Financial Services

NIST CSF is increasingly required by regulators and enterprise clients for financial SMBs.

Technology Companies

SaaS providers and IT companies serving government clients need NIST compliance.

Ready to Achieve NIST Compliance?

Start with a free NIST readiness assessment. We'll evaluate your current posture and give you a clear compliance roadmap.