2026 Requirements
NIST 800-171
Compliance
Data last verified: January 2026
Compliance Audit for NIST 800-171
Security assessment required; penetration testing addresses multiple requirements We align deliverables to NIST Special Publication 800-171 evidence needs and auditor expectations.
$15K-$100K
Typical investment for Compliance
4-12 weeksPenalties: Loss of federal contracts, False Claims Act liability
Pricing verified Q1 202645+ vendor interviews127+ data sourcesUpdated monthly
Evidence to Satisfy Auditors
Scope coverage matched to NIST 800-171 controls
Reporting mapped to NIST Special Publication 800-171 evidence checklist
Retest to validate remediation before audit deadlines
Decision factors
Framework expertise: Specific to your needs
Scope: Readiness vs full audit
Deliverables: Gap analysis, remediation roadmap
FAQs
Is Compliance Audit required for NIST 800-171?
Security assessment required; penetration testing addresses multiple requirements
How often should Compliance be done for NIST 800-171?
Continuous compliance, annual assessment
What happens if we skip Compliance for NIST 800-171?
Loss of federal contracts, False Claims Act liability
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