FIPS 199 Assessment Template

This FIPS 199 Assessment Template provides a structured format for evaluating the security categorization of federal information systems. It enables organizations to assess the potential impact of breaches on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, in compliance with the Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) Publication 199.

Key Features:

• System Information: Captures details about the system and information types processed.
• Impact Levels: Includes fields to evaluate confidentiality, integrity, and availability as Low, Moderate, or High.
• Overall Categorization: Determines the system’s security categorization based on assessed impact levels.
• Rationale: Allows documentation of reasoning behind categorization decisions.
• Tracking Details: Includes fields for assessment date and responsible personnel.

This template simplifies compliance, ensures consistent evaluations, and supports robust risk management practices.