Identity & Access Management

Okta

by Okta

Covered

14

controls

Partial

3

controls

Gaps

3

controls

NIST 800-171 Coverage13%

Overview

Okta by Okta is an identity & access management solution that covers 14 NIST 800-171 controls (13% total coverage). It addresses key requirements in the identity & access management domain for defense contractors pursuing CMMC compliance.

Partially Covered (3)

Implementation Notes

Deploy Okta with FIPS-validated configurations. Integrate with your SIEM for centralized audit logging. Review partial controls quarterly to identify supplementary tooling needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many NIST 800-171 controls does Okta cover?

Okta covers 14 of 110 NIST 800-171 controls (13%), with 3 partially covered and 3 gaps.

Can Okta alone satisfy CMMC Level 2?

No single tool covers all 110 NIST 800-171 controls. Okta covers 13% and should be part of a layered security stack addressing the remaining controls.

What controls does Okta not cover?

Okta does not cover controls mp-3-8-1, sc-3-13-1, si-3-14-1. These require supplementary solutions such as physical security controls, additional access management, or media protection tools.

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