Agent skill

Nist Pf Protect

by mukul975 in mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills

Implement the NIST Privacy Framework PROTECT function covering PR.AC access control, PR.DS data security, and PR.PO protective policies.

Apache-2.0Auto-check passedBackend & APIs

Install Nist Pf Protect

skills CLI
$ npx skills add mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills --skill nist-pf-protect -a claude-code

Project install by default; add -g for ~/.claude/skills/.

GitHub CLI
$ gh skill install mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills nist-pf-protect --agent claude-code

Project scope by default; add --scope user for a personal install. Needs GitHub CLI 2.90.0 or later (public preview).

Manual copy
$ git clone --depth 1 https://github.com/mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills.git skills-src && mkdir -p .claude/skills && cp -r skills-src/skills/privacy/nist-pf-protect .claude/skills/nist-pf-protect && rm -rf skills-src

Use ~/.claude/skills/ instead of .claude/skills for a personal install. The folder must contain SKILL.md.

Claude Code skills documentation · loads skills from .claude/skills/

Facts

Skill name
nist-pf-protect
GitHub stars
301
Token cost
~2.6k tokens
SKILL.md length
955 words
Files
5 (incl. scripts, references, assets)
Skills in repo
280
Repo updated
First seen
Licence
Apache-2.0

At a glance

Implement the NIST Privacy Framework PROTECT function covering PR.AC access control, PR.DS data security, and PR.PO protective policies.

  • Tasks that involve Authorization and RBAC
  • SKILL.md covers Overview, PROTECT Function Subcategories, Technical Control Architecture and Network Security for Privacy, plus 2 more sections
  • Runs Python scripts from its folder
  • Tasks that involve Privacy and GDPR

What it does

Nist Pf Protect is an agent skill from mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills. Implement the NIST Privacy Framework PROTECT function covering PR.AC access control, PR.DS data security, and PR.PO protective policies. Provides technical control implementation guidance, encryption standards, access management architectures, and security-privacy integration patterns.

Its SKILL.md is about 2.6k tokens, which your agent loads only when the skill is triggered. The skill folder holds 7 other files, including scripts, reference files and assets (for example `assets/template.md`, `references/standards.md` and `references/workflows.md`).

It sits in Backend & APIs, covering Authorization and RBAC, Privacy and GDPR and Third-party API integration. The repository describes itself as: 282+ structured privacy & data protection skills for AI agents. GDPR, CCPA, EU AI Act, HIPAA, LGPD, PIPL, DPDP Act. The licence is Apache-2.0.

When your agent uses it

  • Tasks that involve Authorization and RBAC
  • Tasks that involve Privacy and GDPR
  • Tasks that involve Third-party API integration

Example prompts

  • “/nist-pf-protect”

Requirements

  • Python 3

What it can do on your machine

Read from SKILL.md and the folder at commit 9b2ef9e. It shows what the files ask for, not the result of running them.

  • Tool permissions

    Pre-approves nothing: there is no allowed-tools line, so your agent's usual permission prompts apply.

    From allowed-tools in the SKILL.md frontmatter.

  • Runs code

    Ships 1 file in scripts/ (Python), which the agent can run.

    From the folder's file list and the shell code blocks in SKILL.md.

  • Network

    No URLs in SKILL.md.

    From URLs in SKILL.md, links to its own repository left out.

  • Credentials

    Names no API keys, tokens, secrets or passwords.

    From names ending in _API_KEY, _TOKEN, _SECRET, _KEY or _PASSWORD in SKILL.md.

Context cost

Nist Pf Protect loads about 2.6k tokens when it runs, and up to ~3.3k if it reads all its reference files. Until then it costs about 76 tokens; SKILL.md has 955 words of instructions outside code blocks.

Always · name and description, kept in context so the agent knows when to use it
~76
When it runs · the whole SKILL.md, loaded when a task matches
~2.6k
With references · SKILL.md plus every file in references/, read only if the agent opens them
~3.3k

Estimates: characters ÷ 4, the usual rule of thumb; real counts depend on the model's tokenizer. Scripts and assets cost tokens only if the agent reads them.

Safety

Auto-check passed

The automated check found no risky patterns in SKILL.md.

Automated static check — not a guarantee. Review scripts before installing. It scans the text of SKILL.md for risky patterns (piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files, hidden Unicode, destructive commands); the scripts in this folder are not scanned.

SKILL.md

The full file from mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills at commit 9b2ef9e, republished under its Apache-2.0 licence (© mukul975). 955 words, ~2,573 tokens.

Download SKILL.mdSave it as .claude/skills/nist-pf-protect/SKILL.md (or your agent's skills folder). This skill also uses 4 other files; get the full folder from GitHub.
name
nist-pf-protect
description
Implement the NIST Privacy Framework PROTECT function covering PR.AC access control, PR.DS data security, and PR.PO protective policies. Provides technical control implementation guidance, encryption standards, access management architectures, and security-privacy integration patterns.
license
Apache-2.0
metadata.author
mukul975
metadata.version
1.0
metadata.domain
privacy
metadata.subdomain
privacy-engineering
metadata.tags
nist-privacy-framework, protect-function, access-control, data-security, protective-policies

NIST Privacy Framework — PROTECT Function

Overview

The PROTECT function develops and implements appropriate data processing safeguards to prevent cybersecurity-related privacy events. This function directly bridges the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and Privacy Framework, addressing the overlap where security controls serve privacy objectives. It covers access control, data security, and protective policies.

PROTECT Function Subcategories

PR.AC — Access Control

Managing access to data and systems to protect privacy.

SubcategoryDescriptionImplementation Guidance
PR.AC-P1Identities and credentials are issued, managed, verified, revoked, and audited for authorized individuals, processes, and devicesImplement identity lifecycle management. Enforce MFA for systems processing personal data. Conduct quarterly access reviews.
PR.AC-P2Physical access to data and devices is managedRestrict physical access to data centers and server rooms. Implement visitor logging. Secure endpoint devices with encryption and remote wipe capability.
PR.AC-P3Remote access is managedEnforce VPN for remote access to personal data systems. Implement zero-trust network architecture. Monitor and log all remote sessions.
PR.AC-P4Access permissions and authorizations are managed with least privilege and separation of dutiesImplement role-based access control (RBAC). Enforce separation of duties for sensitive operations. Regular privileged access reviews.
PR.AC-P5Network integrity is protectedNetwork segmentation for systems processing personal data. Intrusion detection/prevention systems. Encrypted network communications.
PR.AC-P6Individuals and devices are proofed and bound to credentialsImplement strong identity verification for data subject account creation. Device certificate management. Biometric authentication where appropriate.
PR.DS — Data Security

Protecting data at rest, in transit, and during processing.

SubcategoryDescriptionImplementation Guidance
PR.DS-P1Data-at-rest are protectedAES-256 encryption for stored personal data. Key management with HSM. Database-level encryption (TDE).
PR.DS-P2Data-in-transit are protectedTLS 1.3 for all data transmissions. Certificate pinning for mobile applications. End-to-end encryption for sensitive communications.
PR.DS-P3Systems/products/services and associated data are formally managed throughout removal, transfers, and dispositionSecure media sanitization (NIST SP 800-88). Certificate of destruction for physical media. Verified data deletion from cloud services.
PR.DS-P4Adequate capacity to ensure availability is maintainedCapacity planning for privacy-critical systems. DDoS protection. Redundancy for data subject rights portals.
PR.DS-P5Protections against data leaks are implementedDLP solutions monitoring egress points. Email DLP for personal data. Cloud access security broker (CASB) deployment.
PR.DS-P6Integrity checking mechanisms are used to verify software, firmware, and information integrityFile integrity monitoring for privacy-critical systems. Code signing for privacy-related applications. Checksum verification for data transfers.
PR.DS-P7The development and testing environment(s) are separate from the production environmentSeparate environments with no production personal data in dev/test. Synthetic data generation for testing. Access controls between environments.
PR.DS-P8Data disclosures are consistent with the purposes for which the data were collectedTechnical enforcement of purpose limitation. API-level access controls tied to documented purposes. Automated purpose verification at query time.
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PR.PO — Protective Policies

Policies governing protective measures for privacy.

SubcategoryDescriptionImplementation Guidance
PR.PO-P1A baseline configuration of information technology/industrial control systems is created and maintainedEstablish secure baselines for all systems processing personal data. Configuration management database. Automated compliance scanning.
PR.PO-P2Configuration change control processes are in placeChange advisory board review for privacy-impacting changes. Impact assessment for configuration changes. Rollback procedures documented.
PR.PO-P3Backups of information are conducted, maintained, and testedEncrypted backups of personal data. Regular restoration testing. Backup retention aligned with data retention policies.
PR.PO-P4Policy and regulations regarding the physical operating environment are metEnvironmental controls for data processing facilities. Compliance with data residency requirements. Physical security audits.
PR.PO-P5Data destruction processes are defined and managedDocumented destruction procedures per data classification. Verification and certification of destruction. Compliant disposal of hardware containing personal data.
PR.PO-P6Maintenance and repair of organizational assets are performed and loggedVendor supervision during maintenance. Data sanitization before equipment service. Maintenance activity logging.
PR.PO-P7Response plans (Incident Response and Business Continuity) and recovery plans (Incident Recovery and Disaster Recovery) are in place and managedPrivacy-integrated incident response plan. Business continuity for privacy-critical services. Regular tabletop exercises.
PR.PO-P8Response and recovery plans are testedAnnual incident response exercises including privacy scenarios. DR testing with privacy recovery objectives. Post-exercise improvement plans.
PR.PO-P9Privacy procedures are included in human resources practicesBackground checks for privacy-sensitive roles. Confidentiality agreements. Exit procedures including access revocation.
PR.PO-P10A vulnerability management plan is developed and implementedVulnerability scanning for privacy-critical systems. Patch management prioritizing privacy-impacting vulnerabilities. Penetration testing including privacy controls.

Technical Control Architecture

Access Control Architecture
Identity Provider (IdP)
    |
    v
Multi-Factor Authentication
    |
    v
Authorization Engine (RBAC + ABAC)
    |
    +-- Role-Based Access Control
    |   ├── Privacy Administrator
    |   ├── Data Steward
    |   ├── Data Processor
    |   ├── Data Analyst (aggregated only)
    |   └── Data Subject (own data only)
    |
    +-- Attribute-Based Access Control
    |   ├── Purpose attribute (why accessing)
    |   ├── Data classification (sensitivity level)
    |   ├── Time-based restrictions
    |   └── Location-based restrictions
    |
    v
Audit Logging Engine
Encryption Standards
Data StateMinimum StandardRecommended StandardKey Management
At RestAES-128AES-256HSM-managed keys, annual rotation
In TransitTLS 1.2TLS 1.3Certificate management with auto-renewal
In ProcessingApplication-level encryptionEnvelope encryptionPer-session keys
BackupAES-256AES-256 + separate keyOffline key escrow
ArchiveAES-256AES-256 + integrity checkLong-term key management
Data Loss Prevention Configuration
ChannelDLP ControlDetection MethodAction
EmailEmail gateway DLPPattern matching (SSN, CC, IBAN)Block + notify
Web uploadWeb proxy DLPContent inspectionBlock + notify
Cloud storageCASBClassification labelsEncrypt + restrict sharing
EndpointEndpoint DLPFile content scanningPrevent copy to removable media
DatabaseDatabase activity monitoringQuery analysisAlert on bulk extraction
APIAPI gatewayPayload inspectionRate limit + log

Network Security for Privacy

Segmentation Architecture
Internet
    |
    v
[DMZ / WAF]
    |
    v
[Application Tier] ── TLS 1.3 ── [API Gateway]
    |                                    |
    v                                    v
[Business Logic Tier]            [Privacy Services Tier]
    |                            ├── Consent Manager
    v                            ├── DSR Processor
[Data Tier]                      ├── Anonymization Engine
├── PII Database (encrypted)     └── Audit Logger
├── Analytics Database (aggregated)
└── Backup Storage (encrypted, isolated)

Control Mapping

NIST PF PROTECTNIST CSFISO 27701GDPR Article
PR.AC-P1PR.AC-1A.7.2.2Art. 32(1)(b)
PR.AC-P4PR.AC-4A.7.2.2Art. 25(2)
PR.DS-P1PR.DS-1A.7.4.9Art. 32(1)(a)
PR.DS-P2PR.DS-2A.7.4.9Art. 32(1)(a)
PR.DS-P5PR.DS-5A.7.4.9Art. 32(1)(b)
PR.DS-P7PR.DS-7A.7.4.9Art. 32(1)(a)
PR.DS-P8N/AA.7.2.2Art. 5(1)(b)
PR.PO-P3PR.IP-4A.7.4.9Art. 32(1)(c)
PR.PO-P5PR.IP-6A.7.4.7Art. 17(1)
PR.PO-P7PR.IP-9A.7.2.8Art. 33, 34
PR.PO-P10PR.IP-12A.7.4.9Art. 32(1)(d)

References

  • NIST Privacy Framework Version 1.0 (January 16, 2020)
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework Version 1.1 (April 16, 2018)
  • NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 — Security and Privacy Controls for Information Systems
  • NIST SP 800-88 Rev. 1 — Guidelines for Media Sanitization
  • NIST SP 800-175B — Guideline for Using Cryptographic Standards

© mukul975, Apache-2.0. Rendered from Markdown: HTML in the file is shown as text, images as links, and headings moved down two levels. Raw file

Files

SKILL.md and 4 other files (scripts, references, assets) in skills/privacy/nist-pf-protect of mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills.

  • SKILL.md
  • assets/template.md
  • references/standards.md
  • references/workflows.md
  • scripts/process.py

Open the folder on GitHubat commit 9b2ef9e

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Questions about Nist Pf Protect

What does Nist Pf Protect do?

Implement the NIST Privacy Framework PROTECT function covering PR.AC access control, PR.DS data security, and PR.PO protective policies. Nist Pf Protect is an agent skill from mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills.PO protective policies.

When should I use Nist Pf Protect?

Nist Pf Protect fits situations like: tasks that involve Authorization and RBAC; tasks that involve Privacy and GDPR; tasks that involve Third-party API integration.

How do I install Nist Pf Protect in Claude Code?

Run `npx skills add mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills --skill nist-pf-protect -a claude-code`. Or copy the skill folder (skills/privacy/nist-pf-protect in mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills) into .claude/skills/nist-pf-protect in your project. Claude Code loads it when a task matches its description.

How do I install Nist Pf Protect in Codex?

Run `npx skills add mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills --skill nist-pf-protect -a codex`. Or copy the skill folder (skills/privacy/nist-pf-protect in mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills) into .agents/skills/nist-pf-protect in your project. Codex loads it when a task matches its description.

Can I use Nist Pf Protect in Cursor, Gemini CLI or GitHub Copilot?

Cursor, Gemini CLI, GitHub Copilot and OpenCode also load SKILL.md folders. With the skills CLI, run `npx skills add mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills --skill nist-pf-protect -a cursor` (or -a gemini-cli, github-copilot or opencode for the others). To copy it by hand, put the folder in .cursor/skills/nist-pf-protect, .gemini/skills/nist-pf-protect, .github/skills/nist-pf-protect and .opencode/skills/nist-pf-protect in your project.

What does Nist Pf Protect need to run?

Going by SKILL.md and its folder, Nist Pf Protect needs Python for the scripts in its folder. Our summary lists: Python 3.

Does Nist Pf Protect access the network?

SKILL.md contains no URLs. Any network use would come from the scripts or tools the agent runs. This is read from the text; nothing was executed.

Is Nist Pf Protect safe to install?

Our automated static check of SKILL.md found no risky patterns, such as piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files or hidden Unicode. It is not a guarantee. The check reads SKILL.md only: the scripts in the folder are not scanned, so read them before running anything.

What licence does Nist Pf Protect use?

Nist Pf Protect is published under the Apache-2.0 licence (declared in SKILL.md). It allows redistribution, so the full SKILL.md is shown on this page.

How many tokens does Nist Pf Protect use?

About 2.6k tokens (SKILL.md is roughly 10k characters). Agents keep only the skill's name and description in context until a task matches; then they load SKILL.md in full. Its references folder adds about 753 tokens, read only when the agent opens those files.

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Who maintains Nist Pf Protect?

mukul975 (a GitHub user) maintains it in mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills, which has 301 GitHub stars. The repository holds 280 skills in this directory. The repository was last updated on March 16, 2026.

Source: mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills on GitHub. Facts on this page come from the repository at the commit we read; the author's words are quoted as theirs.