🎯 NIST NICE Framework Position Mapper

Generate comprehensive cybersecurity job descriptions based on the NIST NICE Workforce Framework (SP 800-181 Rev 1) and the 11 Strategies of a World-Class Cybersecurity Operations Center.

📋 This tool maps job titles to relevant NIST NICE Framework components (Skills, Knowledge, Tasks) and generates professional job descriptions incorporating SOC best practices.

Enter the position title you want to create a job description for
Select experience level to adjust requirements
Select a specific NIST work role or let the tool auto-detect based on title
Skills: Practical abilities required for the position
Knowledge: Understanding of concepts, facts, or procedures
Tasks: Specific work activities and responsibilities
Toggle between Role Definition (for current employees) and Job Advertisement (for hiring)
Incorporate best practices from MITRE's SOC strategies document
Use AI to customize and refine the output based on format and tier level

About the NIST NICE Framework

The NICE Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity (NIST Special Publication 800-181 Revision 1) provides a common language for describing cybersecurity work through:

  • Work Roles: 52 distinct cybersecurity positions
  • Tasks: Specific work activities (1000+ unique tasks)
  • Knowledge: Understanding required (600+ knowledge areas)
  • Skills: Practical abilities needed (400+ skills)
  • Abilities: Competencies to perform work

The 11 Strategies of a World-Class SOC

This tool incorporates best practices from MITRE’s 11 Strategies of a World-Class Cybersecurity Operations Center:

  1. Know What You Are Protecting and Why - Asset inventory and criticality
  2. Give the SOC the Authority to Do Its Job - Empowerment and decision-making
  3. Build a SOC Structure to Match Your Organizational Needs - Right-sized operations
  4. Hire AND Grow Quality Staff - Talent development and retention
  5. Prioritize Incident Response - Effective triage and handling
  6. Illuminate Adversaries with Cyber Threat Intelligence - Intelligence-driven defense
  7. Select and Collect the Right Data - Strategic data collection
  8. Leverage Tools to Support Analyst Workflow - Technology enablement
  9. Communicate Clearly, Collaborate Often, Share Generously - Information sharing
  10. Measure Performance to Improve Performance - Metrics and continuous improvement
  11. Turn up the Volume by Expanding SOC Functionality - Maturity and growth

How to Use This Tool

  1. Enter a job title - Be specific (e.g., “SOC Analyst II” vs just “Analyst”)
  2. Select work role (optional) - Choose a NIST work role or let the tool auto-detect
  3. Adjust sliders - Set how many Skills, Knowledge areas, and Tasks to include
  4. Choose SOC integration - Include best practices from world-class SOC strategies
  5. Generate - Create a comprehensive, standards-based job description

The tool will:

  • Map your job title to relevant NIST NICE Framework components
  • Select the most appropriate Skills, Knowledge, and Tasks
  • Generate a professional job description
  • Incorporate SOC best practices if selected
  • Provide downloadable markdown output

Use Cases

  • HR & Recruiting: Create accurate job postings with industry-standard terminology
  • Workforce Planning: Identify skill gaps and training needs
  • Career Development: Understand required competencies for advancement
  • Compliance: Align job descriptions with NIST framework requirements
  • Training Programs: Design curricula based on real work role needs

Data Source: NIST Special Publication 800-181 Rev 1 (2020) & MITRE 11 Strategies (2022)

Note: Job descriptions are generated based on framework mappings and should be reviewed and customized for your specific organizational needs.