What is Compliance?
In cybersecurity, compliance refers to an organization’s ability to meet the requirements set by external regulations and internal standards that govern data protection, privacy, and security practices. Common compliance frameworks include SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, and NIST. Achieving compliance requires implementing specific security controls, maintaining documentation, conducting regular audits, and demonstrating that those controls are working effectively. While compliance is not the same as security an organization can be compliant but still vulnerable a strong compliance posture typically indicates a mature approach to managing risk and protecting sensitive information.