Center for Internet Security

The Center for Internet Security (CIS) is a nonprofit organization established in 2000 to enhance cybersecurity for governments, businesses, and critical infrastructure. Founded by experts from various sectors, CIS aims to provide practical security solutions and best practices to address the growing threats in the digital landscape.

CIS offers a variety of services and products, including the CIS Critical Security Controls, which are a set of prioritized cybersecurity best practices designed to help organizations mitigate common cyber attacks. They also provide CIS Benchmarks, which are security configuration guidelines for various technologies, helping organizations securely configure their IT assets. Additionally, CIS operates the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) and the Elections Infrastructure Information Sharing and Analysis Center (EI-ISAC), both of which focus on real-time threat intelligence and support for government entities.

CIS serves a diverse range of customers, including government agencies, critical infrastructure operators, and businesses, particularly those that may lack extensive cybersecurity resources. Their solutions are widely recognized and adopted to improve cyber resilience and align with international security standards.