NIST Cybersecurity Framework

NIST CSF Readiness Check
for small business

A free NIST Cybersecurity Framework checklist for small businesses and nonprofits without dedicated IT staff. Get your Compliance Readiness Score, an automated gap analysis dashboard and a clear list of Actionable Framework Fixes.

5–10 minutes • Plain English • No technical knowledge required

Automated Gap Analysis Dashboard

Instantly see which NIST CSF outcomes you already meet and which need attention.

Actionable Framework Fixes

Each gap comes with a clear, plain-English fix you can complete without a consultant.

Built for small organisations

Designed for US small businesses and nonprofits without dedicated IT staff.

How it works

1
Complete the Compliance Assessment
Answer plain-English questions covering the core NIST CSF functions.
2
Get your Framework Readiness Score
See exactly where you stand across Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond and Recover.
3
Use your Dashboard to map and implement the fixes
Work through your Actionable Framework Fixes at your own pace, no IT team required.

Who it's for

US small businesses adopting the NIST Cybersecurity Framework for the first time
Nonprofits asked by funders to demonstrate baseline cybersecurity
Owners and operations leads who need a NIST CSF checklist for small business without an IT team
Government suppliers and contractors preparing for vendor security questionnaires

Frequently asked questions

What is a NIST CSF readiness score?

It is a plain-English metric that shows how close your business is to meeting the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, highlighting security gaps before any external assessment or customer audit.

Is there a NIST CSF checklist for small business without an IT manager?

Yes. Our readiness check turns the NIST Cybersecurity Framework into a plain-English checklist for small businesses and nonprofits without dedicated IT staff.

How do I find gaps in my NIST CSF compliance?

By completing a non-technical readiness check that maps your current habits and settings against the NIST CSF functions to generate an actionable fix checklist.

Can a small business or nonprofit align with NIST CSF without an IT lead?

Yes. By breaking the framework down into plain-English daily habits and clear dashboard fixes, any small organisation can meaningfully align with NIST CSF without dedicated IT staff.

NIST CSF Readiness Check for small business