Data Classification and Protection

Data-centric security in Zero Trust requires comprehensive data discovery, classification, and protection mechanisms that follow data throughout its lifecycle.

Data Discovery and Classification

Automated Data Discovery

• Structured and unstructured data identification
• Cloud and on-premises data repositories
• Shadow IT data discovery
• Personal data identification (PII/PHI)
• Intellectual property classification

Classification Frameworks

• Sensitivity-based classification schemes
• Regulatory compliance mapping
• Business value assessment
• Data handling requirements
• Retention and disposal policies

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Content Inspection and Analysis

• Pattern matching and fingerprinting
• Machine learning-based classification
• Contextual content analysis
• Exact data matching (EDM)
• Document fingerprinting

Policy Enforcement Mechanisms

• Email and web gateway integration
• Endpoint data protection
• Cloud application controls
• USB and removable media restrictions
• Print and screen capture prevention

Encryption and Rights Management

Data Encryption Strategies

• Encryption at rest and in transit
• Field-level and column encryption
• Key management and rotation
• Bring your own key (BYOK) solutions
• Hardware security module integration

Information Rights Management (IRM)

• Document-level access controls
• Usage rights and permissions
• Expiration and revocation
• Audit trail and tracking
• Collaboration security controls

Data Governance and Compliance

Privacy and Regulatory Compliance

• GDPR and CCPA compliance
• Data subject rights management
• Consent management frameworks
• Cross-border data transfer controls
• Breach notification procedures

Data Quality and Lineage

• Data lineage tracking
• Data quality monitoring
• Master data management
• Data stewardship programs
• Metadata management