SC-36(2)—Synchronization
>Control Description
Synchronize the following duplicate systems or system components: ⚙organization-defined duplicate systems or system components.
>Supplemental Guidance
SC-36 and CP-09(06) require the duplication of systems or system components in distributed locations. The synchronization of duplicated and redundant services and data helps to ensure that information contained in the distributed locations can be used in the mission or business functions of organizations, as needed.
>Related Controls
>Assessment Interview Topics
Questions assessors commonly ask
Process & Governance:
- •What policies govern the implementation of synchronization?
- •How are system and communications protection requirements defined and maintained?
- •Who is responsible for configuring and maintaining the security controls specified in SC-36(2)?
Technical Implementation:
- •How is synchronization technically implemented in your environment?
- •What systems, tools, or configurations enforce this protection requirement?
- •How do you ensure that synchronization remains effective as the system evolves?
Evidence & Documentation:
- •What documentation demonstrates the implementation of SC-36(2)?
- •Can you provide configuration evidence or system diagrams showing this protection control?
- •What logs or monitoring data verify that this control is functioning correctly?
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