This page contains downloadable resources to assist you in understanding the Victorian Protective Data Security Framework (VPDSF). The documents available on this page are inter-linked and should not be read in isolation. They each form part of a suite of supporting guides and resources on the VPDSF. You can also watch our videos for helpful explanations.
If you need information security assistance, or have any questions or queries please email at security@ovic.vic.gov.au, or contact the OVIC enquiries team..
Start with our introductory videos if you are new to information security or the VPDSF.
Victorian Protective Data Security Framework
Please note: This version of the Framework (V1.1) contains the former Victorian Protective Data Security Standards (V1.1). This document will be updated early 2020. |
Download a copy of the Framework: | Victorian Protective Data Security Framework |
Victorian Protective Data Security Standards
Please note: With the introduction of the updated Victorian Protective Data Security Standards v2.0 (VPDSS), some reference material has been archived. This material is still available upon request. To receive a copy of any archived material, please contact the Information Security Unit by emailing security@ovic.vic.gov.au. |
Download a copy of the Standards: | Victorian Protective Data Security Standards |
Practitioner Guides:
Identifying and Managing Information Assets |
Practitioner Guide Identifying and Managing Information Assets V2.0 |
Assessing the Security Value of Information | Practitioner Guide Assessing the Security Value of Public Sector Information V2.0 |
Protective Markings |
Agency reporting obligations
Overview | Agency reporting obligations |
Submission Process | |
Incident Notification |
Additional Resources and Templates:
VPDSF Document Map (November 2019)
Local Government Obligations Under Part 4 of the PDP Act 2014 V1.0 (November 2019)
VPDSS 2.0 to V1.0 Mapping (V1.0)
OVIC Information Security Incident Notification Scheme V1.0
Top Questions for the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC) members
Does the VPDSF apply to your organisation?
Overview of the VPDSF and the 5 step action plan
Security management framework (SMF) template