CybersecurityFramework

C2M2

Cybersecurity Capability Maturity Model

The Cybersecurity Capability Maturity Model (C2M2) is a tool developed by the U.S. Department of Energy to help organizations evaluate and enhance their cybersecurity capabilities. It focuses on both IT and OT environments, offering a structured framework of over 350 practices organized into 10 domains.

Book your strategy call View source ↗

Overview

The C2M2 was initiated by the U.S. Department of Energy in collaboration with energy and cybersecurity industry stakeholders to address cybersecurity risks in critical infrastructure, including the energy sector. The model offers a maturity-based approach, with practices organized into domains, objectives, and maturity indicator levels (MILs). Initially targeted at the energy sector, it has been adopted across industries worldwide. Version 2.1, released in June 2022, features improvements in technology alignment, threat relevance, and usability. Supplemental tools, such as self-evaluation platforms and mapping guides, enhance user accessibility and simplify adoption. The model is designed to measure and improve cybersecurity over time, aiding organizations in prioritizing security investments and achieving targeted maturity levels.

Related in Cybersecurity

CybersecurityStandard

CCC-2: 2024 — Cloud Cybersecurity Controls

The Cloud Cybersecurity Controls (CCC – 2: 2024) define minimum cybersecurity requirements for cloud computing services used by Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) and Cloud Service Tenants (CSTs) in Saudi Arabia. The controls aim to enhance national cybersecurity goals and mitigate cyber risks.

National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) • Saudi Arabia • v2: 2024

View details

CybersecurityStandard

OTCC-1:2022 — Operational Technology Cybersecurity Controls

The Operational Technology Cybersecurity Controls (OTCC-1:2022), developed by Saudi Arabia’s National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA), establish minimum cybersecurity requirements for Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS) environments. The framework aims to protect critical infrastructure from cyber threats and enhance operational resilience, safety, and security. OTCC consists of 4 domains, 23 subdomains, 47 controls, and 122 sub-controls, with requirements categorized across three control levels (L1, L2, and L3) based on facility criticality and risk.

National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) • Saudi Arabia • v2022

View details

CybersecurityControl setGuideline

ITSG-33 — IT Security Risk Management: A Lifecycle Approach (ITSG-33)

ITSG-33 is a guideline developed by the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security to help government departments manage IT security risks effectively. It outlines activities at both departmental and project levels, providing a structured process for integrating security considerations into IT environments and maintaining authorization to operate.

Canadian Centre for Cyber Security • Canada

View details

CybersecurityStandard

ESMA Minimum Standard IT Security Controls

The ESMA Minimum Standard IT Security Controls is a cybersecurity and compliance framework that defines the minimum security requirements service providers must implement to protect ESMA systems, applications, data, and information services.

European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) • EU

View details

Ready to manage these frameworks?

6clicks maps regulations to controls, evidence and risks — automatically.

Book your strategy call