Data Protection DLP Implementation Checklist

This document is a guide detailing a Data Loss Prevention (DLP) implementation checklist designed to enhance data security within organizations. It outlines a structured approach over a 90-day period, divided into three phases: Clarity & Visibility, Enforcement & Protocols, and Scale & Prove. The initial phase focuses on establishing a governing body, understanding organizational objectives, and identifying sensitive data. The second phase emphasizes the enforcement of protocols, including graduated enforcement strategies and the publication of a DLP runbook. The final phase aims to scale the DLP efforts and prove their effectiveness through metrics and executive scorecards. The guide also incorporates references to established standards and frameworks, such as NIST and CIS controls, to ensure compliance and effective governance throughout the DLP process.