A set of criteria for the provision of security services. Source: NIST SP 800-53 Rev 4 The security status of an enterprise's networks, information, and systems based on information assurance (IA) resources (e.g., people, hardware, software, policies) and capabilities in place to manage the defense of the enterprise and to react as the situation changes.
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A set of criteria for the provision of security services. Source: NIST SP 800-53 Rev 4 The security status of an enterprise's networks, information, and systems based on information assurance (IA) resources (e.g., people, hardware, software, policies) and capabilities in place to manage the defense of the enterprise and to react as the situation changes.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Security Policy Security Posture. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 13, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/security-policy-security-posture
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