The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0 serves as a foundational guide for organizations of all sizes to manage and reduce cybersecurity risks through a standardized taxonomy of functions and outcomes. A central component of this manual is the use of Organizational Profiles, which allow entities to document their Current Profile of existing practices and define a Target Profile representing their desired security posture. By performing a Gap Analysis between these two states, organizations can identify deficiencies and build a prioritized Action Plan to improve their resilience. The framework is supported by a suite of online resources, including Implementation Examples for practical application and In ...