National Institute of Standards and Technology Policy Office

The NIST Policy Office is a department within the National Institute of Standards and Technology that develops and manages policies related to scientific standards, cybersecurity, and technology research. Its role is to ensure that technical guidelines and standards promote security, innovation, and trust across government agencies, industry, and the public. By setting these policies, it helps maintain consistency, security, and reliability in areas like data protection, measurements, and emerging technologies, supporting the overall mission of advancing U.S. technological leadership and safeguarding national interests.