Research Data Security Risk Assessment Template

Project Information

Project Title Principal Investigator Department / Unit Email Address Assessment Date

Data Description

What type of data will be collected or used? Will any sensitive or regulated data be handled? Yes No If yes, please specify

Data Storage & Access

Where will the data be stored? Who will have access to the data? How will access be controlled?

Data Transmission

How will the data be transmitted or shared? Are encryption methods in place for transmission? Yes No

Data Retention & Disposal

How long will the data be retained? Describe data disposal methods

Risk Assessment

Potential Risks (check all that apply):

Unauthorized access Data loss Data breach Compliance violation Other

Additional Comments or Risks

Mitigation Measures

Describe measures to reduce identified risks

Name of Assessor