I am requesting access to restricted use data. Can I use my institution’s virtual data enclave to access restricted use data?

To access data via your institution’s virtual data enclave, you must select the “Local virtual or physical enclave on an isolated network” option when selecting your Data Security Plan in your application. You will need to send your institution’s System Security Plan (SSP) to document that the system you have proposed to use for data storage meets ICPSR’s requirements.

After submitting your application and documentation, CFData will review these materials to confirm whether your institution’s virtual data enclave meets ICPSR’s security requirements. You will be notified of our decision.

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