UK ONR Cyber Security and Information Assurance (CSIA) for Nuclear Facilities
The UK Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) establishes cyber security requirements for UK civil nuclear facilities through its Security Assessment Principles (SyAPs) and Technical Assessment Guides (TAGs). ONR's CSIA expectations require nuclear licensees to implement comprehensive cyber security programmes protecting systems important to nuclear safety, security, and safeguards. Based on the graded approach proportionate to nuclear safety significance. ONR assesses cyber security as part of site licence conditions (particularly LC17 — Management Systems and LC27 — Safety Mechanisms). Aligns with NCSC guidance and IAEA NSS.
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Framework Domains (7)
Competence and Human Performance (FSyP 3)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| FSyP 3.1 | Competence Management |
| FSyP 3.2 | Human Performance Management |
| FSyP 3.3 | Training and Development |
Cyber Security Requirements
ONR cyber security expectations
Cyber Security and Information Assurance (FSyP 7)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| FSyP 7.1 | Cyber and Information Risk Management |
| FSyP 7.2 | Information Security |
| FSyP 7.3 | Protection of Nuclear Technology and Operations |
| FSyP 7.4 | Physical Protection of Information |
| FSyP 7.5 | Cyber Incident Preparedness and Response |
Leadership and Governance (FSyP 1 & 2)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| FSyP 1.1 | Leadership and Management for Security |
| FSyP 1.2 | Security Management System |
| FSyP 2.1 | Security Culture |
| FSyP 2.2 | Security Awareness and Engagement |
Physical Protection and Resilience (FSyP 5 & 6)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| FSyP 5.1 | Reliability and Resilience |
| FSyP 5.2 | Defence in Depth |
| FSyP 6.1 | Physical Protection Systems |
| FSyP 6.2 | Access Control |
Supply Chain Security (FSyP 4)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| FSyP 4.1 | Nuclear Supply Chain Management |
| FSyP 4.2 | List N Compliance |
| FSyP 4.3 | Contractor Security Assurance |
Workforce Trustworthiness and Emergency Preparedness (FSyP 8 & 10)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| FSyP 10.1 | Emergency Preparedness |
| FSyP 10.2 | Security Emergency Response |
| FSyP 8.1 | Workforce Trustworthiness |
| FSyP 8.2 | Personnel Security Clearance |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is UK ONR Cyber Security and Information Assurance (CSIA) for Nuclear Facilities?
UK ONR Cyber Security and Information Assurance (CSIA) for Nuclear Facilities is a compliance framework from United Kingdom (ONR) with 7 domains and 23 controls. The UK Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) establishes cyber security requirements for UK civil nuclear facilities through its Security Assessment Principles (SyAPs) and Technical Assessment Guides (TAGs). ONR's CSIA expectations require nuclear licensees to implement comprehensive cyber security programmes protecting systems important to nuclear safety, security, and safeguards. Based on the graded approach proportionate to nuclear safety significance. ONR assesses cyber security as part of site licence conditions (particularly LC17 — Management Systems and LC27 — Safety Mechanisms). Aligns with NCSC guidance and IAEA NSS. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does UK ONR Cyber Security and Information Assurance (CSIA) for Nuclear Facilities have?
UK ONR Cyber Security and Information Assurance (CSIA) for Nuclear Facilities has 23 controls organised across 7 domains. The largest domains are Cyber Security and Information Assurance (FSyP 7) (5 controls), Leadership and Governance (FSyP 1 & 2) (4 controls), Physical Protection and Resilience (FSyP 5 & 6) (4 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does UK ONR Cyber Security and Information Assurance (CSIA) for Nuclear Facilities map to?
UK ONR Cyber Security and Information Assurance (CSIA) for Nuclear Facilities maps to 512 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are Defence Security Principles Framework (DSPF) (39% coverage), Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) Release 2024 (39% coverage), CFTC System Safeguards (17 CFR 37, 38, 39, 49) (39% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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