AU-8(2)—Secondary Authoritative Time Source
>Control Description
[ Moved to SC-45(2)]
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of AU-8(2) (Secondary Authoritative Time Source)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring AU-8(2)?
- •How frequently is the AU-8(2) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What training or awareness programs ensure personnel understand their responsibilities related to AU-8(2)?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce AU-8(2) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement AU-8(2)?
- •How is AU-8(2) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce AU-8(2) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of AU-8(2)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate AU-8(2) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of AU-8(2) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate AU-8(2) compliance?
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