Risk Assessor

January 5, 2025

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cyber risk assessment cybersecurity best practices CertifierWhat is a Risk Assessor?

The individual, group, or organization responsible for conducting a risk assessment.
SOURCE: SP 800-30

The individual responsible for conducting assessment activities under the guidance and direction of a Designated Authorizing Official. The Assessor is a 3rd party.

Sources:
NIST SP 800-79-2 under Assessor

EXAMPLE: To conduct a cyber risk assessment through a 3rd Party Risk Assessor, you can contact TEKRiSQ here