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Research Note

Office Room and Facility Security Assessment

Use this assessment to determine physical security controls for offices, rooms, and facilities based on the information and assets inside them.

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When to use this

Use this assessment to determine physical security controls for offices, rooms, and facilities based on the information and assets inside them.

Assessment

Room/facility Information/assets Highest classification/criticality Key risks Existing controls Required controls Owner Review date
TBD TBD TBD Unauthorized viewing/tampering/theft/disruption TBD TBD TBD TBD

Design checks

  • Controls match the most sensitive/critical information in the area.
  • Room purpose is not unnecessarily exposed through signs or labels.
  • Internal directories, phone lists, and access codes are not visible to unauthorized persons.
  • Centralized repositories receive stronger controls.
  • Specialized controls are risk-justified and operationally workable.
  • Business continuity impacts are considered.