CP-7(5)—Equivalent Information Security Safeguards
>Control Description
[Incorporated into CP-7]
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of CP-7(5) (Equivalent Information Security Safeguards)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring CP-7(5)?
- •How frequently is the CP-7(5) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What governance structure ensures CP-7(5) requirements are consistently applied across all systems?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce CP-7(5) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement CP-7(5)?
- •How is CP-7(5) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce CP-7(5) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of CP-7(5)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate CP-7(5) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of CP-7(5) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate CP-7(5) compliance?
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