Data custodian

nouncandidate·updated May 9, 2026

The individual(s) and department(s) responsible for the storage and safeguarding of computerized data

Framework senses

2 senses across 2 frameworks

SANS Glossary of Security Terms1 senseview framework →

§1: A Data Custodian is the entity currently using or manipulating the data, and therefore, temporarily taking responsibility for the data.

ISACA Cybersecurity Glossary1 senseview framework →

§1: The individual(s) and department(s) responsible for the storage and safeguarding of computerized data