IEEE P3409

Annotation of standard text IEEE P3409 :

New IEEE Standard - Active - Draft.
This draft standard for Zero Trust Security provides a comprehensive framework for implementing Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), a cybersecurity paradigm that emphasizes the principles of "never trust, always verify," assume breach, and apply least privilege. The standard outlines requirements for transitioning from traditional perimeter-based security models to dynamic, granular security controls that protect organizational assets. The framework is structured around five core domains--Identity, Devices, Networks, Applications & Workloads, and Data--and three cross-cutting domains--Governance, Visibility & Analytics, and Automation & Orchestration. It offers guidance on aligning security policies, implementing continuous monitoring, automating security actions, and safeguarding sensitive data. Designed for developers, architects, and governance stakeholders, this standard aims to mitigate risks, enhance compliance, and adapt to the evolving threat landscape. It emphasizes incremental implementation, organizational change management, and leadership oversight to ensure the successful adoption of Zero Trust principles.

ISBN: 979-8-8557-3444-7, 979-8-8557-3444-7
Number of Pages: 33
Product Code: STDUD28829, STDAPE28829
Keywords: zero trust (ZT), zero trust architecture (ZTA), domains, cross-cutting domains, identity credential access management (ICAM), data, networks and environments, applications and workloads, devices, identities, governance, visibility and analytics, automation and orchestration.
Category: Information Assurance
Draft Number: P3409/D9.2, Apr 2026 - UNAPPROVED DRAFT, P3409/D9.2, Apr 2026 - APPROVED DRAFT