NRC 10 CFR 73.54 - Nuclear Facility Cybersecurity
Title 10 Code of Federal Regulations Part 73.54, 'Cyber Security Requirements for Nuclear Power Reactors,' establishes cybersecurity requirements for nuclear power reactors. It requires licensees to provide high assurance that digital computer, communication systems, and networks associated with safety, security, and emergency preparedness functions are protected against cyber threats, that they maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of safety‑related digital assets, and that they implement a comprehensive cyber security program consistent with NRC guidance.
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Framework Domains (8)
Access Control + Media + Devices
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| NRC7354-5 | Access Control, Authentication, Removable Media, and Portable Devices |
Critical Digital Asset Identification
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| NRC7354-2 | Critical Digital Asset (CDA) Identification, Scope, and Boundary |
Cybersecurity Plan and Programme
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| NRC7354-1 | Cybersecurity Plan, Programme Establishment, and NRC Submission |
Defensive Architecture
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| NRC7354-3 | Defensive Architecture, Multi-Layer Defense, and Network Segregation |
Monitoring, IR, Reporting, Contingency
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| NRC7354-7 | Monitoring, Assessment, Incident Response, Reporting, and Contingency |
Programme Oversight and Records
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| NRC7354-8 | Programme Oversight, Independent Review, Documentation, Training, Supply Chain |
Security Controls Implementation
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| NRC7354-4 | Security Controls Implementation per NRC RG 5.71 Appendix B/C |
Vulnerability and Configuration Management
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| NRC7354-6 | Vulnerability Management, Configuration Management, Baseline Control, and Patching |
Your Compliance Coverage
If you comply with NRC 10 CFR 73.54 - Nuclear Facility Cybersecurity, you already cover:
ISO 22320:2018
25%
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Compare →W3C Verifiable Credentials (VC) Data Model 2.0
25%
2 controls mapped
Compare →Vietnam Law on Cybersecurity (No. 24/2018/QH14)
25%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is NRC 10 CFR 73.54 - Nuclear Facility Cybersecurity?
NRC 10 CFR 73.54 - Nuclear Facility Cybersecurity is a compliance framework from United States with 8 domains and 8 controls. Title 10 Code of Federal Regulations Part 73.54, 'Cyber Security Requirements for Nuclear Power Reactors,' establishes cybersecurity requirements for nuclear power reactors. It requires licensees to provide high assurance that digital computer, communication systems, and networks associated with safety, security, and emergency preparedness functions are protected against cyber threats, that they maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of safety‑related digital assets, and that they implement a comprehensive cyber security program consistent with NRC guidance. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does NRC 10 CFR 73.54 - Nuclear Facility Cybersecurity have?
NRC 10 CFR 73.54 - Nuclear Facility Cybersecurity has 8 controls organised across 8 domains. The largest domains are Access Control + Media + Devices (1 controls), Critical Digital Asset Identification (1 controls), Cybersecurity Plan and Programme (1 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does NRC 10 CFR 73.54 - Nuclear Facility Cybersecurity map to?
NRC 10 CFR 73.54 - Nuclear Facility Cybersecurity maps to 99 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are ISO 22320:2018 (25% coverage), W3C Verifiable Credentials (VC) Data Model 2.0 (25% coverage), Vietnam Law on Cybersecurity (No. 24/2018/QH14) (25% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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