The Secure Election Framework.
A structured assessment and maturity model that helps election offices evaluate, mature, and demonstrate their security posture across election-specific domains.
The Secure Election Framework (SEF) provides election offices with a practical way to assess where they stand today and chart a roadmap to where they need to be.
Unlike generic cybersecurity frameworks, SEF is purpose-built for the operational, technical, and trust realities of running elections — covering cyber, physical, administrative, and vendor controls in one model.
ESC works alongside SEF to help jurisdictions move from assessment to action.
From assessment to improvement.
Readiness Assessment
Evaluate current posture against SEF domains and identify priority gaps.
Evidence Gathering
Collect documentation, controls evidence, and supporting artifacts for assessment.
Remediation Planning
Build a sequenced roadmap aligned to budget, staff capacity, and risk.
Certification & Compliance Support
Prepare for SEF certification and align readiness with state, local, and national election security requirements.
The goal is not just to complete an assessment, but to create a practical roadmap that helps election offices strengthen controls over time — whether for SEF, state mandates, or other national programs.