CP-8(5)—Alternate Telecommunication Service Testing
>Control Description
Test alternate telecommunication services ⚙organization-defined frequency.
>Supplemental Guidance
Alternate telecommunications services testing is arranged through contractual agreements with service providers. The testing may occur in parallel with normal operations to ensure that there is no degradation in organizational missions or functions.
>Related Controls
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What formal policies and procedures govern the implementation of CP-8(5) (Alternate Telecommunication Service Testing)?
- •Who are the designated roles responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring CP-8(5)?
- •How frequently is the CP-8(5) policy reviewed and updated, and what triggers policy changes?
- •What governance structure ensures CP-8(5) requirements are consistently applied across all systems?
Technical Implementation:
- •Describe the specific technical mechanisms or controls used to enforce CP-8(5) requirements.
- •What automated tools, systems, or technologies are deployed to implement CP-8(5)?
- •How is CP-8(5) integrated into your system architecture and overall security posture?
- •What configuration settings, parameters, or technical specifications enforce CP-8(5) requirements?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the complete implementation of CP-8(5)?
- •What audit logs, records, reports, or monitoring data validate CP-8(5) compliance?
- •Can you provide evidence of periodic reviews, assessments, or testing of CP-8(5) effectiveness?
- •What artifacts would you present during a FedRAMP assessment to demonstrate CP-8(5) compliance?
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