HITRUST Compliance
The steps that help build a comprehensive security and compliance framework, enabling organizations to safeguard sensitive data effectively and maintain high levels of trust with partners and customers.
Step 1Assess and Plan the process
- Identify the scope of your HITRUST assessment.
- Conduct a gap analysis to compare your current state to HITRUST requirements.
- Develop a remediation plan to address identified gaps.
Step 2Implement Controls
- Implement technical and administrative security controls.
- Document policies and procedures to standardize compliance practices.
Step 3Self-Assess and Validate
- Conduct a self-assessment using the MyCSF tool.
- Engage a HITRUST-authorized assessor to validate your implementation.
Step 4Submit for Review and Certification
- Submit the validated assessment to HITRUST for a quality assurance review.
- Receive HITRUST CSF certification upon successful review.
Step 5Maintain Compliance
- Conduct annual interim reviews to maintain compliance.
- Continuously monitor and update security controls to address evolving threats.
- Prepare for recertification every two years.
