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Framework: HITRUST

The HITRUST Audio Course is a complete, audio-first guide to mastering the HITRUST i1 and r2 frameworks—two of the most widely recognized models for integrated risk and compliance management. Designed for both newcomers and seasoned professionals, this course translates complex assurance requirements into clear, plain-language lessons you can absorb on the go. Each episode walks through the structure and intent of the HITRUST frameworks, explaining how controls, maturity levels, and evidence

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Episode 61 — PRISMA Scoring Strategy at r2

Framework: HITRUST ·

2025/10/17

PRISMA scoring at the r2 level requires organizations to demonstrate control maturity across all five dimensions—Policy, Procedure, Implemented, Measured, and Managed. Candidates must understand that each level builds cumulative assurance, with the Managed stage reflecting continuous monitoring and improvement. HITRUST assessors evaluate not only evidence of operation but also metrics that prove consistency and adaptability. Scoring at the r2 level is data-driven, using evidence trends and

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Episode 60 — Control Selection Logic at r2

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2025/10/17

Control selection logic under r2 determines how HITRUST chooses which requirements apply to an organization’s specific environment. Candidates must understand that this logic integrates organizational and system factors with authoritative sources such as NIST, ISO, HIPAA, and PCI DSS. The result is a customized control set that ensures comprehensive coverage without redundancy. HITRUST’s algorithm aligns applicable controls with mapped frameworks, automatically excluding irrelevant ones

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Episode 59 — Organizational and System Factors

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2025/10/17

Organizational and system factors are key inputs that define how HITRUST customizes assessments under the r2 framework. Candidates must understand that these factors include the organization’s industry, size, regulatory exposure, data types, and technology stack. HITRUST uses them to automatically determine control applicability and depth of testing. System factors describe the technical scope—such as hosting model, geographic regions, and external dependencies—while organizational factors

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Episode 58 — Tailoring and Scoping for r2

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2025/10/17

Tailoring and scoping define the foundation of an r2 assessment, determining which controls apply based on system, organization, and regulatory context. Candidates must understand that HITRUST uses predefined factors—such as organizational type, data volume, and geographic footprint—to automatically tailor control applicability. However, assessors and organizations refine this further by reviewing system boundaries, inherited controls, and business processes. Accurate scoping ensures that

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Episode 57 — HITRUST QA Expectations and Rework Loops

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2025/10/17

Quality Assurance (QA) is the final gate before HITRUST issues certification, and understanding its requirements is critical for r2 success. Candidates must know that QA reviewers independently verify the completeness, accuracy, and traceability of submitted evidence. The QA process checks for consistent scoring, proper application of PRISMA levels, and adequate sampling justification. If deficiencies are found, HITRUST may issue rework requests, prompting the assessor and organization to

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Episode 56 — Why r2 and What It Requires

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2025/10/17

The r2 assessment is the highest level of assurance within the HITRUST framework, designed for organizations seeking comprehensive validation of security and compliance maturity. Candidates must understand that r2 builds on the principles of e1 and i1 but extends testing depth, evidence rigor, and control coverage. It evaluates the full PRISMA maturity model—from Policy through Managed—and includes sampling, interviews, and control validation across complex environments. The r2 program is

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Episode 55 — i1 Recap & Quick Reference

Framework: HITRUST ·

2025/10/17

The i1 program represents a significant step up in operational assurance from e1, validating that security controls are actively implemented, monitored, and improved. This recap highlights key i1 principles: PRISMA maturity at the Implemented level, evidence-based testing, and assessor validation. Candidates should see how i1 acts as a bridge between foundational compliance and comprehensive risk assurance. Its structure helps organizations build confidence with customers, regulators, and

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Episode 54 — CAPs and Maintaining Momentum for i1

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2025/10/17

Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) are formal mechanisms for addressing deficiencies identified during an i1 assessment. Candidates must understand that HITRUST requires CAPs to be structured, time-bound, and traceable to specific controls. Each plan must outline the issue, remediation steps, responsible parties, and target completion dates. CAPs ensure continuous improvement and accountability, preventing issues from lingering beyond the certification cycle. Maintaining momentum means

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Episode 53 — Packaging and Submitting an i1 Assessment

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2025/10/17

Packaging and submission represent the final stages of the i1 journey, where all documentation, evidence, and assessor testing results are consolidated for HITRUST QA review. Candidates should understand that successful packaging requires consistency, accuracy, and completeness. Each control must contain its narratives, cross-references, and supporting evidence in MyCSF with proper labeling and version control. The assessor’s testing results and scoring must align with PRISMA expectations,

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Episode 52 — Writing Narratives and Cross-References...

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2025/10/17

Writing clear narratives and cross-references is a crucial part of demonstrating control effectiveness within MyCSF. Candidates must understand that narratives explain how a control functions, while cross-references connect policies, procedures, and proofs. HITRUST requires these elements to be concise, factual, and aligned with PRISMA maturity definitions. A well-written narrative allows assessors to understand the context and rationale for each control, reducing follow-up questions and

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Episode 51 — Internal Reviews and Readiness Checks...

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2025/10/17

Internal reviews and readiness checks ensure that organizations entering the i1 assessment are fully prepared for external validation. Candidates must understand that HITRUST expects a structured internal audit or pre-assessment phase designed to confirm control implementation, evidence completeness, and scope accuracy. This process identifies deficiencies early, allowing time for remediation before assessor engagement. Documentation from internal reviews demonstrates proactive governance

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Episode 50 — Metrics, KRIs, and PRISMA Tie-In for i1

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2025/10/17

Metrics and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) under i1 provide measurable insight into control effectiveness and residual risk. Candidates must understand that HITRUST integrates these metrics into the PRISMA maturity model’s “Measured” and “Managed” stages, emphasizing continuous improvement. Metrics quantify control performance, while KRIs identify thresholds that trigger corrective action. Organizations must document how data is collected, analyzed, and used to drive governance decisions

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Episode 49 — Physical and Environmental Controls for i1

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2025/10/17

Physical and environmental controls ensure that facilities housing sensitive data or systems remain protected from unauthorized access, damage, or disruption. Under i1, HITRUST requires that organizations maintain visitor management, access logs, surveillance, and environmental safeguards such as temperature and power monitoring. Candidates must understand that assessors evaluate both procedural evidence—policies and visitor logs—and operational proof such as facility diagrams, photos, or

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Episode 48 — Workforce Security and Training for i1

Framework: HITRUST ·

2025/10/17

Workforce security at the i1 level combines personnel screening, access control, and ongoing education into a unified assurance domain. Candidates must recognize that HITRUST requires documented hiring procedures, background checks where applicable, and signed confidentiality agreements. Beyond onboarding, organizations must provide role-based security training and ensure employees understand their specific responsibilities for protecting sensitive data. This control area emphasizes that

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Episode 47 — Third-Party Risk Management for i1

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2025/10/17

Third-party risk management (TPRM) under i1 validates that vendors and partners maintain appropriate security practices aligned with organizational expectations. Candidates must understand that this control area goes beyond listing vendors—it requires documented due diligence, risk classification, and ongoing oversight. HITRUST assessors expect to see inventories, risk assessments, and contractual clauses that mandate compliance with defined security requirements. The i1 framework

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Episode 46 — Secure SDLC Controls for i1

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2025/10/17

Secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) controls at the i1 level ensure that security is integrated into every phase of system and application development. Candidates must understand that HITRUST requires defined processes for secure coding, code review, and vulnerability testing before release. Policies should describe how developers incorporate security requirements, perform static and dynamic testing, and remediate identified weaknesses. The emphasis is on demonstrating repeatable

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Episode 45 — Business Continuity and Disaster...

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2025/10/17

Business continuity and disaster recovery (BC/DR) controls under the i1 program require organizations to prove they can maintain essential operations during disruptive events. Candidates must understand that HITRUST expects evidence of formal plans, defined recovery objectives, and tested procedures. Plans must identify critical systems, assign recovery roles, and define recovery time (RTO) and recovery point (RPO) objectives. Evidence of periodic testing—such as simulation reports or

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Episode 44 — Incident Response Expectations for i1

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2025/10/17

At the i1 level, incident response maturity progresses from planning to measurable execution. Candidates must understand that HITRUST expects organizations to not only maintain an incident response plan but to demonstrate evidence of real or simulated use. Key elements include detection, analysis, containment, eradication, and recovery. Assessors look for documentation of recent exercises, incident reports, and post-incident reviews showing process improvements. The intent is to ensure the

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Episode 43 — Monitoring and Alerting for i1

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2025/10/17

Monitoring and alerting complement the logging function by transforming raw data into actionable security intelligence. Under i1, organizations are expected to maintain defined thresholds, escalation paths, and response procedures for detected anomalies. Candidates must understand that monitoring includes both technical and procedural layers—automated alerts for critical events and human review for contextual analysis. HITRUST evaluates whether organizations can demonstrate timely detection

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Episode 42 — Logging Strategy for i1

Framework: HITRUST ·

2025/10/17

The i1 program raises expectations for logging by requiring organizations to implement a structured, consistent strategy that enables effective monitoring and investigation. Candidates should understand that logs must capture key events such as user logins, privilege changes, policy violations, and system errors. Unlike the e1 level, which emphasized basic enablement, i1 requires demonstrable processes for review, retention, and alerting. Logging must support traceability across

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