Zero Trust
Zero Trust Architecture Implementation Checklist
A NIST SP 800-207-oriented checklist for identity-centric access, device trust, and eliminating implicit network trust.
- Estimated time
- 6–18 Months
- Audience
- Enterprise Architects and Identity Teams
- Last updated
Operational reference for zero-trust programs. NIST 800-207 is guidance, not a certification.
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Phase 1: Pillars
Phase 2: Policy Engine
Phase 3: Data & Workloads
Phase 4: Mature
FAQ
Is zero trust a product?+–
No. It is an architecture model. Products implement pieces.
Which NIST doc?+–
SP 800-207 describes ZTA; CISA has a maturity model for US federal agencies.
Does it replace VPN overnight?+–
Usually a phased replacement of implicit trust, starting with high-value apps.
How does it relate to PAM?+–
PAM is a control cluster inside ZTA for privileged paths.
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