NIST Colocation

Colocation Data Centers Alleviate Some of the Burden of NIST Compliance

Organizations that use cloud computing technology know firsthand the benefits of hosting information off-site, most important of which are the huge savings in time, money and human resources. Rather than invest large amounts of capital in company-owned and -managed infrastructure, along with the personnel required to manage such equipment, companies instead can turn to a colocation, carrier-neutral data center like CoSentry to provide this service.

Perhaps one of the greatest benefits of a colocation data center is the ability to comply with information security standards set forth by the NIST, the federal technology standards organization. By outsourcing to an off-site, NIST-certified provider like CoSentry, organizations can keep information secure at all times as well as meet regulatory requirements.

When seeking out a colocation provider, it’s critical that you investigate whether the data center is NIST-certified. This certification ensures that the data center:


• Adheres to NIST guidelines and agrees to uphold its policies and procedures when managing information. You won’t have to wonder whether your data center is taking a comprehensive approach to data storage and management; the NIST certification means that the center addresses security and risk from every angle.

• Maintains strict information privacy controls. User information is kept under lock and key so that sensitive data is never shared with a third party.

• Provides a secure environment for information handling and storage. Sophisticated systems ensure that data is kept out of the wrong hands.
 
• Has the latest technology. The data center incorporates up-to-date systems and regular upgrades to prevent security breaches that could ruin a company’s reputation and destroy its business.
 
• Knows the existing and new regulations. Government agencies continue to introduce new requirements as well as enforce existing regulations. An NIST-certified data center will stay current with the requirements and advise your organization on how to maintain compliance.

Simply put, NIST-certified colocation data centers make sense for any business that needs to routinely store and access data, upgrade to the latest technology and add new services. CoSentry takes the burden off your IT department by safeguarding your sensitive information, providing important security updates and ensuring that all NIST regulations are met. By outsourcing their data storage needs to CoSentry, companies can minimize their risk as well as that of their customers whose information they store.