The phrase "sure footing" means to have a stable and secure position or to be confident and have a solid foundation in a particular situation. Full definition
Now that the warm weather has arrived, make sure your feet look and feel their best. (thefashionablehousewife.com)
Go horse riding in enclosed yards or among the mountain ranges on sure footed horses suitable for beginners and children. (wikiaustralia.com)
While there's been lots of talk from banks and regulators, there's been far less action to establish sure footing in the risk and compensation arenas at these institutions. (fortune.com)