CP-6(2)—Alternate Storage Site | Recovery Time and Recovery Point Objectives
IL4 High
IL5
IL6
>Control Description
Configure the alternate storage site to facilitate recovery operations in accordance with recovery time and recovery point objectives.
>DoD Impact Level Requirements
No specific parameter values or requirements for this impact level.
>Discussion
Organizations establish recovery time and recovery point objectives as part of contingency planning. Configuration of the alternate storage site includes physical facilities and the systems supporting recovery operations that ensure accessibility and correct execution.
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of CP-6(2) (Recovery Time And Recovery Point Objectives)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring CP-6(2)?
- •How frequently is the CP-6(2) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What governance structure ensures CP-6(2) requirements are consistently applied across all systems?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce CP-6(2) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement CP-6(2)?
- •How is CP-6(2) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce CP-6(2) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of CP-6(2)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate CP-6(2) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of CP-6(2) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate CP-6(2) compliance?
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