Agent skill

Pia Review Cadence

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

Guides the periodic DPIA review lifecycle including trigger identification for regulatory changes, new data categories, technology changes, and breach incidents.

Apache-2.0Auto-check passedLegal & Compliance

Install Pia Review Cadence

skills CLI
$ npx skills add mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills --skill pia-review-cadence -a claude-code

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

GitHub CLI
$ gh skill install mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills pia-review-cadence --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/pia-review-cadence .claude/skills/pia-review-cadence && 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
pia-review-cadence
GitHub stars
301
Token cost
~2.7k tokens
SKILL.md length
1,273 words
Files
5 (incl. scripts, references, assets)
Skills in repo
280
Repo updated
First seen
Licence
Apache-2.0

At a glance

Guides the periodic DPIA review lifecycle including trigger identification for regulatory changes, new data categories, technology changes, and breach incidents.

  • Works in 4 steps: Trigger Detection and Triage → Review Execution → Stakeholder Sign-Off → …
  • Identification for regulatory changes
  • SKILL.md covers Overview, Art. 35(11) Review Obligation, Review Trigger Categories and Scheduled Review Cadence, plus 4 more sections
  • Runs Python scripts from its folder

What it does

Pia Review Cadence is an agent skill from mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills. Guides the periodic DPIA review lifecycle including trigger identification for regulatory changes, new data categories, technology changes, and breach incidents. Covers version control, stakeholder sign-off procedures, and DPIA register management per Art. 35(11). Keywords: DPIA review, PIA update, review cadence, version control, Art. 35(11), periodic review, trigger events, stakeholder sign-off.

Its SKILL.md is about 2.7k 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 Legal & Compliance, covering Privacy and GDPR and Git workflow. 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

  • Identification for regulatory changes
  • New data categories
  • Technology changes
  • Breach incidents

Example prompts

  • “Use the pia-review-cadence skill to guide the periodic DPIA review lifecycle including trigger identification for regulatory changes, new data…”
  • “/pia-review-cadence”

Requirements

  • Python 3

Workflow steps

4 steps, taken from the step headings in SKILL.md.

  1. Trigger Detection and Triage
  2. Review Execution
  3. Stakeholder Sign-Off
  4. Version Control and Registration

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

Pia Review Cadence loads about 2.7k tokens when it runs, and up to ~3.4k if it reads all its reference files. Until then it costs about 105 tokens; SKILL.md has 1,273 words of instructions outside code blocks.

Always · name and description, kept in context so the agent knows when to use it
~105
When it runs · the whole SKILL.md, loaded when a task matches
~2.7k
With references · SKILL.md plus every file in references/, read only if the agent opens them
~3.4k

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). 1,273 words, ~2,676 tokens.

Download SKILL.mdSave it as .claude/skills/pia-review-cadence/SKILL.md (or your agent's skills folder). This skill also uses 4 other files; get the full folder from GitHub.
name
pia-review-cadence
description
Guides the periodic DPIA review lifecycle including trigger identification for regulatory changes, new data categories, technology changes, and breach incidents. Covers version control, stakeholder sign-off procedures, and DPIA register management per Art. 35(11). Keywords: DPIA review, PIA update, review cadence, version control, Art. 35(11), periodic review, trigger events, stakeholder sign-off.
license
Apache-2.0
metadata.author
mukul975
metadata.version
1.0
metadata.domain
privacy
metadata.subdomain
privacy-impact-assessment
metadata.tags
dpia-review, pia-update, review-cadence, version-control, art-35-11

Managing PIA Review and Update Cadence

Overview

Art. 35(11) requires controllers to carry out a review to assess whether processing is performed in accordance with the DPIA, at least when there is a change in the risk represented by processing operations. A DPIA is not a one-time compliance exercise but a living document that must be maintained throughout the processing lifecycle. This skill establishes the governance framework for DPIA reviews, including trigger event identification, scheduled review cadence, version control, stakeholder sign-off, and DPIA register management.

Art. 35(11) Review Obligation

"Where necessary, the controller shall carry out a review to assess if processing is performed in accordance with the data protection impact assessment at least when there is a change in the risk represented by processing operations."

This means:

  1. Reviews are mandatory when risk changes
  2. The controller should proactively monitor for risk changes
  3. Regular periodic reviews are a best practice even without identified changes
  4. The DPIA must be updated to reflect the current state of processing

Review Trigger Categories

Category 1: Regulatory Triggers
TriggerAssessment Action
New GDPR guidance from EDPB or national supervisory authorityAssess whether guidance changes the interpretation of lawful basis, proportionality, or risk level for the processing
Adequacy decision adopted, renewed, or invalidatedReassess international transfers documented in the DPIA
National supervisory authority DPIA list updated (Art. 35(4))Check if processing now appears on the mandatory DPIA list
New Member State employment, health, or sector-specific lawAssess impact on lawful basis and proportionality for affected processing
Enforcement decision against similar processing by same or different SAAssess whether the enforcement rationale applies to the organisation's processing
AI Act obligations becoming applicableFor AI-related DPIAs, assess conformity requirements
Category 2: Processing Change Triggers
TriggerAssessment Action
New personal data category addedReassess data minimisation, proportionality, and risk levels
New category of data subjectsReassess impact on new data subject group; check for vulnerable subjects
New recipient or processorUpdate data flow map; reassess sub-processor chain; verify DPA
Change in lawful basisFull reassessment of lawful basis justification and proportionality
Change in retention periodReassess storage limitation compliance
New purpose identified for existing dataArt. 6(4) compatibility assessment; update DPIA purpose description
Processing volume significantly increasedReassess whether processing now qualifies as "large scale"
Geographic scope expandedAssess new jurisdictions for data protection requirements and international transfers
Category 3: Technology Change Triggers
TriggerAssessment Action
New system or platform deploymentFull technical risk reassessment; update system description and data flow maps
System upgrade or migrationAssess whether changes affect security measures, data flows, or processing scope
New algorithm or AI model deployedReassess algorithmic fairness, Art. 22 applicability, and AI Act classification
New tracking or monitoring technologyReassess proportionality and ePrivacy compliance
Security vulnerability discoveredImmediate risk reassessment; assess whether existing mitigations remain effective
End-of-life for system componentAssess impact of reduced vendor support on security posture
Category 4: Incident Triggers
TriggerAssessment Action
Personal data breach involving the processing activityMandatory DPIA review; reassess risk levels and mitigation effectiveness
Near-miss security incidentAssess whether existing mitigations prevented the near-miss or were bypassed
Data subject complaint about the processingInvestigate whether complaint reveals processing not documented in DPIA
Supervisory authority enquiry about the processingReview DPIA for completeness and accuracy before responding
Internal audit findingAddress audit findings and update DPIA accordingly
Category 5: Organisational Change Triggers
TriggerAssessment Action
Merger, acquisition, or divestitureReassess controller identity, data sharing arrangements, and international transfers
DPO changeNew DPO to review and approve existing DPIAs
Significant staff restructuringVerify processing owners, access controls, and organisational measures remain appropriate
New business unit using the processingAssess whether new use case was documented in the DPIA

Scheduled Review Cadence

Processing Risk LevelRecommended Review IntervalJustification
Very High (prior consultation was required)Every 6 monthsProcessing that required Art. 36 prior consultation needs frequent monitoring
High (biometric, large-scale special category, AI decision-making)Every 6-12 monthsHigh-risk processing warrants at least annual review
Medium (standard employee monitoring, marketing profiling)Every 12 monthsAnnual review is the standard best practice
Low (routine processing with low residual risk)Every 24 monthsExtended review interval acceptable for stable, low-risk processing

Review Process

Step 1: Trigger Detection and Triage
  1. DPIA register manager monitors for trigger events continuously.
  2. When a trigger is detected, it is logged in the DPIA register against the affected DPIA(s).
  3. DPO triages the trigger to determine whether a full or targeted review is needed:
    • Full review: Re-examine all DPIA sections (new system, major regulatory change, data breach)
    • Targeted review: Update only the affected section (new recipient, retention change, minor system update)
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Step 2: Review Execution
  1. Assemble the review team: processing owner, DPO, IT security (for technology changes), legal (for regulatory changes).
  2. For full reviews: re-execute the complete DPIA methodology from screening through risk assessment.
  3. For targeted reviews: update the affected section and reassess overall risk level.
  4. Document all changes from the previous version.
  5. Update the risk register with any new or modified risks.
Step 3: Stakeholder Sign-Off
StakeholderRole in ReviewSign-Off Required?
Processing OwnerValidates accuracy of processing description and confirms mitigations are implementedYes
DPOProvides independent advice on risk assessment and proportionality per Art. 35(2)Yes
IT Security / CISOValidates technical measures and security risk assessmentYes (for technology-related reviews)
Legal CounselValidates lawful basis and regulatory complianceYes (for regulatory trigger reviews)
Senior ManagementApproves residual risk acceptanceYes (for full reviews or risk level changes)
Works CouncilConsulted on employee monitoring changes (jurisdiction-dependent)Yes (for employee monitoring DPIAs)
Step 4: Version Control and Registration
  1. Create a new version of the DPIA document.
  2. Use version numbering: major changes increment the first digit (v2.0); minor changes increment the second digit (v1.1).
  3. Include a change log documenting:
    • Date of change
    • Trigger event that prompted the review
    • Sections modified
    • Summary of changes
    • Reviewer and approver names
  4. Archive the previous version (do not delete; maintain audit trail).
  5. Update the DPIA register with the new version, review date, and next review date.

DPIA Register Management

The DPIA register is the central index of all DPIAs conducted by the organisation. It must contain:

FieldDescription
DPIA ReferenceUnique identifier (DPIA-[ORG]-[YEAR]-[SEQ])
Processing Activity NameName of the processing operation
VersionCurrent version number
StatusDraft, Under Review, Approved, Expired, Superseded
Date CreatedDate of initial DPIA
Last Review DateDate of most recent review
Next Review DateScheduled date for next review
Processing OwnerName and role of the processing owner
DPO ReviewerName of the DPO who reviewed
Risk Level (Current)Current overall risk level after mitigation
Prior Consultation RequiredWhether Art. 36 was triggered
Related Processing ActivitiesCross-references to related DPIAs
Change LogSummary of version history

Common Review Process Deficiencies

  1. No trigger monitoring: Organisation relies solely on scheduled reviews without monitoring for change events.
  2. Stale DPIAs: Reviews conducted on paper without verifying actual processing matches the DPIA description.
  3. No version control: Edits made to the original document without maintaining previous versions.
  4. Incomplete stakeholder engagement: DPO reviews without consulting the processing owner or IT security.
  5. No change log: Updates made without documenting what changed and why.
  6. Expired review dates: DPIA register shows overdue reviews without remediation.

Enforcement Context

Supervisory authorities have increasingly scrutinised DPIA currency:

  • Swedish DPA vs Karolinska (2019): Noted that DPIA had not been conducted at all, let alone reviewed.
  • CNIL vs Clearview AI (2022): The absence of any DPIA was an aggravating factor in the fine determination.
  • Austrian DPA vs Austrian Post (2019): Inadequate ongoing review of profiling DPIA was a contributing factor.

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Files

SKILL.md and 4 other files (scripts, references, assets) in skills/privacy/pia-review-cadence 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 Pia Review Cadence

What does Pia Review Cadence do?

Guides the periodic DPIA review lifecycle including trigger identification for regulatory changes, new data categories, technology changes, and breach incidents. Pia Review Cadence is an agent skill from mukul975/Privacy-Data-Protection-Skills. Guides the periodic DPIA review lifecycle including trigger identification for regulatory changes, new data categories, technology changes, and breach incidents.

When should I use Pia Review Cadence?

Pia Review Cadence fits situations like: identification for regulatory changes; new data categories; technology changes; breach incidents.

How do I install Pia Review Cadence in Claude Code?

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

How do I install Pia Review Cadence in Codex?

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

Can I use Pia Review Cadence 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 pia-review-cadence -a cursor` (or -a gemini-cli, github-copilot or opencode for the others). To copy it by hand, put the folder in .cursor/skills/pia-review-cadence, .gemini/skills/pia-review-cadence, .github/skills/pia-review-cadence and .opencode/skills/pia-review-cadence in your project.

What does Pia Review Cadence need to run?

Going by SKILL.md and its folder, Pia Review Cadence needs Python for the scripts in its folder. Our summary lists: Python 3.

Does Pia Review Cadence 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 Pia Review Cadence 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 Pia Review Cadence use?

Pia Review Cadence 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 Pia Review Cadence use?

About 2.7k tokens (SKILL.md is roughly 11k 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 683 tokens, read only when the agent opens those files.

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Who maintains Pia Review Cadence?

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.