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NIST Compliance Platform

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To get certified

Turn NIST compliance into business as usual in under 12 weeks

Build, manage and prove a cyber security program that works in practice, not just on paper. de.iterate helps organisations implement and maintain NIST CSF 2.0, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171 and NIST SP 800-172 through one integrated platform for policies, risks, controls, evidence, audits and continuous assurance.

NIST frameworks are some of the most widely recognised cyber security frameworks in the world. They help organisations strengthen governance, manage cyber risk, implement defensible controls and demonstrate trust to customers, partners, regulators and government stakeholders. NIST CSF 2.0 provides high-level cyber security outcomes and profiles for managing risk, while the 800-series publications provide more detailed control and security requirement guidance.

The problem is not the frameworks themselves. The problem is how most organisations try to implement them.

Policies get copied from templates. Controls are tracked in spreadsheets. Requirements are interpreted inconsistently across teams. Evidence ends up scattered across folders and inboxes. Audit preparation becomes a scramble. What should be a living management system turns into a stressful, once-a-year project. de.iterate changes that by turning NIST-aligned compliance into a practical, ongoing way of working.

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What are the NIST frameworks?

The NIST family gives organisations different ways to structure and strengthen cyber security, depending on their requirements, industry and maturity.

In plain English: NIST gives you a structured way to govern cyber risk, implement controls and prove that security is being managed seriously.

Done properly, these frameworks help organisations move beyond reactive security and build programs that are clearer, more defensible and more scalable. They are not about creating more paperwork. They are about putting the right controls, responsibilities and evidence in place for your organisation.

The NIST frameworks we support

Organisations adopt NIST because it gives them a credible, flexible and widely understood foundation for cyber governance. The common thread is this: NIST helps organisations bring clarity, consistency and accountability to cyber security.

For some, NIST CSF 2.0 provides the right structure for building a risk-based cyber security program. For others, NIST SP 800-53 offers the depth needed for more mature control environments. Organisations working with US federal data or defence supply chains often need to align with NIST SP 800-171, and in higher-risk environments, NIST SP 800-172 raises the level of protection even further.
NIST CSF 2.0

NIST CSF 2.0

NIST CSF 2.0 provides guidance to manage cyber security risk through a taxonomy of high-level outcomes that organisations can use regardless of size, sector or maturity. It helps organisations understand, prioritise and communicate cyber security efforts more clearly.

NIST SP 800-53

NIST SP 800-53

NIST SP 800-53 provides a comprehensive catalogue of security and privacy controls for information systems and organisations. It is often used where organisations need a deeper, control-based model for building and assessing security and privacy programs.

NIST SP 800-171

NIST SP 800-171

NIST SP 800-171 sets out security requirements for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in nonfederal systems and organisations. It's important for organisations working in US government supply chains or handling controlled government information.

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NIST SP 800-172

NIST SP 800-172 supplements 800-171 with enhanced security requirements designed to provide additional protection for CUI associated with critical programs or high-value assets, including protection against advanced persistent threats.

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What is de.iterate?

de.iterate makes NIST implementation simpler, clearer and more sustainable.

Instead of stitching together Word documents, spreadsheets, shared folders and manual reminders, you get one integrated platform that helps you manage the full lifecycle of your ISMS. Policies, training, risk registers, asset registers, evidence, assurance tasks, audits and reporting all sit in one place — connected, current and easier to maintain.

A lot of compliance tools help you collect activity. de.iterate helps you build assurance. This means your policies align to the way your business actually works. Your evidence connects to the right risks, assets and controls. Your audit trail makes sense. And your management system becomes something the business can maintain — not something it has to reinvent every year. 

This is the difference between a platform that helps you prepare for an annual audit and one that helps you run a genuinely effective ISMS.

Benefits of NIST with de.iterate

A lot of compliance tools help you collect activity. de.iterate helps you build assurance.

de.iterate delivers modern, scalable governance in a simple, plain-language platform that fits your business — not the other way around.

More than a checklist. More than automation. de.iterate delivers real governance programs that connect risk, compliance, privacy, safety, quality, and environmental management,  all in one place. We make governance and compliance easy in a plain-language, scalable platform that keeps your business in control, audit-ready, and confident every day.

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Accelerate time to certification

With structured workflows, ready-to-use frameworks and a clearer path to implementation, de.iterate helps you make progress faster. Instead of wasting time on admin and disconnected documents, you can focus on building a stronger, audit-ready ISMS.
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Reduce overheads & rework

Replace spreadsheet sprawl and duplicated admin with one system built for real-world operations. de.iterate keeps everything connected in one place, reducing duplication, avoiding version confusion and making it easier for teams to work from a single source of truth.
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Stay audit-ready year-round

Keep evidence, reviews and responsibilities current so audit time is calmer and far less disruptive. 
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Scale compliance with confidence

Extend your program into other standards (like ISO 9001, ISO 42001, ISO 45001) and frameworks without starting from scratch.
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Identify gaps earlier & act faster

de.iterate helps you see where your compliance program is strong, and where it needs work. By giving you a clearer view of your documentation, controls, evidence and assurance activity, the platform makes it easier to run a practical gap assessment, prioritise actions and close issues before they become audit problems.

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Migrate quickly & easily

Moving to a better compliance platform shouldn’t mean rebuilding your entire management system. de.iterate’s Management System Migration Tool helps you bring across existing policies, registers and supporting documentation from legacy systems, so you can transition faster and preserve the work you’ve already done.

Everything you need to run and prove compliance

Governance and policy management

Create, manage and distribute policy content through Policy Management, Policy Reader, Dynamic Privacy Policy, the Control Library, the Integrated Management System Guide and the Compliance Documentation Repository. Keep critical documents current, readable and connected to the frameworks and controls they support.

Assurance and evidence

Operationalise your compliance program through automated Assurance Tasks, Checklists, and our Compliance Calendar. Store contextual evidence that maps directly to specific controls. Turn your organisation's compliance program into a repeatable workflow with clear ownership, less chasing and stronger audit trails.

Risk and operational registers

Manage what matters most to your organisation through our embedded risk management approach, with a Risk Register, Asset Register, Supplier Register, Incident Register and Privacy Register. Bring all your scope, ownership, treatment plans, classifications and review cycles together in one easy-to-use platform.

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Automation where it helps. Context where it matters.

Plenty of platforms promise automation. de.iterate goes further by making that automation useful.

We don't just help you collect evidence. We help you understand whether the evidence is connected to the right risk, the right asset, the right control and the right process. We don't just store policies. We help you keep them aligned to the way your business actually operates. We don't just prepare you for an audit. We help you build a management system that stays healthy long after the audit is over.

That is the difference between a tool that creates activity and a platform that creates assurance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? Luckily, we've got answers!

After all, we're here to help you get your ducks in a row.

How long does it take to get NIST compliant?

The NIST compliance process can take anywhere from a few hours to 3 months, depending on your pace. Once you’re onboard in de.iterate, you’ll have all the tools and information you need to get certified in the fastest, easily way possible.

How often will my organisation by assessed for NIST compliance?

While NIST compliance doesn’t follow a strict audit cycle like ISO 27001, regular internal reviews and assessments are recommended to ensure ongoing compliance. With de.iterate, continuous monitoring and improvement are built into your process, keeping you aligned with NIST standards year-round.

Can de.iterate conduct NIST compliance assessments for us?

Direct assessments by de.iterate aren’t possible due to the nature of NIST’s framework, which emphasises self-assessment and continuous improvement. However, we provide comprehensive tools and guidance to ensure you’re fully prepared for any external reviews or self-assessments.

What is a NIST compliance assessment like?

A NIST compliance review is less about pass/fail and more about identifying areas for improvement. It’s a constructive process aimed at enhancing your cybersecurity resilience. With de.iterate, you’re equipped with clear documentation, evidence of compliance, and action plans, making the review process smooth and constructive.

Can de.iterate be on-site during my NIST compliance assessment?

Yes, we can organise to attend your next NIST compliance assessment either virtually or in-person. Talk to one of the team today about your options at hello@deiterate.com.

How do I determine if my business should be NIST compliant?

If your business handles customer data, especially in a cloud environment, NIST compliance is strongly recommended. It’s particularly crucial if you’re a SaaS provider, cloud computing service, or any business that stores, processes, or transmits customer data. Compliance not only enhances security but also builds customer trust and opens up new business opportunities.

What is the difference between NIST CSF 2.0 and the 800-series publications?

NIST CSF 2.0 is a high-level cybersecurity risk management framework that helps organisations understand, prioritise and communicate cybersecurity outcomes. The 800-series publications go deeper: SP 800-53 provides a broad catalogue of security and privacy controls, SP 800-171 sets requirements for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in nonfederal systems, and SP 800-172 adds enhanced requirements for more advanced threat scenarios.

Which NIST framework should we start with?

That depends on why you need NIST. If you want a flexible, broadly applicable way to structure cyber risk management, NIST CSF 2.0 is often the best place to start. If you need a detailed controls framework, SP 800-53 may be more appropriate. If you handle CUI as part of a U.S. government or defence-related supply chain, SP 800-171 is usually the key reference point, with SP 800-172 relevant where enhanced protections are expected.

Is NIST CSF 2.0 only for large or government organisations?

NIST SP 800-53 provides a comprehensive catalogue of security and privacy controls for information systems and organisations. It is often used where organisations need a detailed, control-based structure for building, assessing or strengthening their cybersecurity and privacy programs.

What is NIST SP 800-171 used for?

NIST SP 800-171 is focused on protecting the confidentiality of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in nonfederal systems and organisations. It applies to the parts of nonfederal systems that process, store or transmit CUI, or that provide protection for those parts.

When does NIST SP 800-172 come into scope?

NIST SP 800-172 comes into play when organisations need to go beyond baseline CUI protections and address more advanced threat scenarios, including protections associated with cyber resiliency and advanced persistent threats. It supplements 800-171 rather than replacing it.

Do we need to implement all four NIST frameworks?

Not necessarily. These frameworks are related, but they serve different purposes. Some organisations will use only CSF 2.0 as their main cyber risk framework. Others may align to 800-53 for controls, or need 800-171 and 800-172 because of contractual or supply-chain obligations. The right approach depends on your regulatory context, customer requirements and risk profile.

Simple pricing, based on the frameworks you need

de.iterate pricing is structured around the compliance frameworks you choose to access, giving you the flexibility to build a program that fits your organisation’s needs. Every plan includes access to the de.iterate platform and its feature set, from automated and expert-led onboarding, through to migration support, assurance workflows, live registers, compliance reporting and the core documentation needed to run and maintain your management system with confidence.
Starter

$179/mo$2148/yr

  • Essential Eight

  • SMB 1001

  • Privacy Acts

  • DISP

Business

$1,800/mo

  • ISO 27001

  • ISO 27701

  • ISO 42001

  • ISO 9001

  • ISO 45001

  • ISO 14001

  • SOC 2

  • NIST CSF 2.0

  • NIST 800-53

  • NIST 800-171

  • NIST 800-172

  • GDPR

  • Essential Eight

  • SMB 1001

  • Privacy Acts

  • DISP

Enterprise

$3,500/mo

  • ISO 27001

  • ISO 27701

  • ISO 42001

  • ISO 9001

  • ISO 45001

  • ISO 14001

  • SOC 2

  • NIST CSF 2.0

  • NIST 800-53

  • NIST 800-171

  • NIST 800-172

  • GDPR

  • Essential Eight

  • SMB 1001

  • Privacy Acts

  • DISP

  • ISM

  • SOCI

  • Right Fit for Risk (RFFR)

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