4: Data Protection Flashcards
Commercial Business Classification Levels
Public
Sensitive
Private
Confidential
Critical
Government Classification Levels
Unclassified
Sensitive but Unclassified
Confidential
Secret
Top Secret
Data Owner
A senior executive responsible for labeling information assets and ensuring they
are protected with appropriate controls
Data Controller
Entity responsible for determining data storage, collection, and usage purposes
and methods, as well as ensuring the legality of these processes
Data Processor
A group or individual hired by the data controller to assist with tasks like data
collection and processing
Data Steward
Focuses on data quality and metadata, ensuring data is appropriately labeled and
classified, often working under the data owner
Data Custodian
Responsible for managing the systems on which data assets are stored, including
enforcing access controls, encryption, and backup measures
Privacy Officer
Oversees privacy-related data, such as personally identifiable information (PII),
sensitive personal information (SPI), or protected health information (PHI),
ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks