Aligning Cybersecurity Compliance with Federal Privacy Laws: Challenges and Solutions for U.S. Enterprises
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.63282/3050-9416.IJAIBDCMS-V2I4P105Keywords:
Cybersecurity Compliance, Federal Privacy Laws, U.S. Enterprises, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Regulatory Fragmentation, Compliance Complexity, Legal Ambiguity, Zero Trust Architecture, Risk Assessments, AI-Driven Threat Detection, International Compliance StandardsAbstract
The increasing prevalence of cyber threats and the concurrent evolution of privacy laws have intensified the need for U.S. enterprises to adopt a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity and privacy compliance. The intersection of federal privacy laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) with globally recognized cybersecurity frameworks like ISO 27001 and the National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF) presents both opportunities and challenges. This paper explores the alignment of these standards, addressing the complexities of multi-framework integration, regulatory conflicts, and resource constraints. By proposing a unified governance model and harmonization techniques for control mapping, the study aims to guide enterprises toward holistic compliance. Case studies illustrate successful implementations and common pitfalls. The findings underscore the critical need for a strategic, technology-enabled approach to mitigate risks and ensure sustained regulatory compliance
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