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National Cybersecurity FFRDC

Securing systems for an interconnected world.

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

Our Mission

The National Cybersecurity FFRDC (NCF) accelerates secure technologies across industry and government. With the NIST and cyber-community stakeholders, NCF develops practical, unbiased, real-world solutions to protect critical infrastructure and improve threat detection, response, and recovery.

Our Impact

NCF plays a critical role in securing the nation’s digital assets by partnering with government agencies and key industries to stay ahead of fast-evolving cyber threats. We equip industry, government, and academia with advanced tools and strategies to proactively mitigate cybersecurity risks. Through collaboration and innovative solutions, NCF helps strengthen the cybersecurity posture of critical infrastructure, ensuring the protection of sensitive data and systems across both public and private sectors.

OUR WORK

01 Artificial Intelligence

02 Cybersecurity & Resiliency

03 Internet of Things

04 Zero Trust Architecture

05 Securing Space

Artificial Intelligence

NCF developed a taxonomy on adversarial machine language to help NIST create standards and tools for trustworthy AI systems.

Cybersecurity & Resiliency

NCF enhances federal agencies' cybersecurity through frameworks, continuous monitoring, and implementation roadmaps, strengthening network and infrastructure security.

Internet of Things

NCF focused on securing home IoT devices by creating assessment methods and guidelines, helping manufacturers implement security features to mitigate risks.

Zero Trust Architecture

NCF collaborates with 24+ tech companies to produce NIST guidance on adopting Zero Trust Architecture, helping organizations evolve their security strategies.

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Securing Space

NCF, through the Space Information Sharing and Analysis Center, leads efforts to identify cyber vulnerabilities in commercial satellite constellations and protect space assets for government and commercial initiatives.