Which Act assigned responsibilities to NIST for creating standards related to securing federal information systems?

The correct answer is the Federal Information Security Management Act. This Act established a comprehensive framework to protect government information, operations, and assets against natural or man-made threats. Within this framework, it specifically assigned responsibilities to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for the development of security standards and guidelines for federal information systems.

NIST plays a critical role in ensuring that federal agencies create secure systems and are compliant with various standards and policies, enhancing the overall security posture of federal information systems. This Act underscores the importance of a standardized approach to information security and mandates federal agencies to follow the standards established by NIST.

In contrast, the Homeland Security Act mainly focuses on protecting the nation against terrorist attacks and organizing federal response efforts, while the Computer Security Act emphasizes the importance of securing government computer systems without detailing NIST's specific responsibilities regarding standard creation. The Paperwork Reduction Act is primarily concerned with reducing the paperwork burden on individuals and businesses and does not address information security in the same capacity.