Implementing a Zero Trust Architecture: High-Level Document

The NIST Special Publication 1800-35 offers practical guidance for improving the security of manufacturing organizations through identity and access management (IAM). It outlines a collaborative approach using commercially available technologies to strengthen cybersecurity and reduce risks associated with unauthorized access to operational technology. By integrating IT and OT environments, this practice guide helps manufacturers protect critical assets while maintaining productivity. The publication serves as a blueprint for applying standards-based IAM strategies tailored to the unique challenges of the manufacturing sector.