Research Security Program Assessments
Online Survey-based NSPM-33 Readiness Assessment tool
The MV-RSP is a comprehensive online survey platform that assesses your organization's readiness to meet U.S. government guidelines and requirements for research security. It provides a baseline security control framework that serves as the starting point for your journey toward full compliance with frameworks like the NIST IR-8484 Research Security Framework, and mandates such as NSPM-33 and the CHIPS Act.
The Minimal Viable Research Security Program
(MV-RSP) Assessment
What is the MV-RSP?
The Minimal Viable Research Security Program (MV-RSP) is a powerful new assessment tool designed to help research organizations like yours, including universities and SBIR-funded companies, navigate this challenge with confidence.
Our tool allows different internal stakeholders to collaborate, providing a unified view of your research security posture across these five key domains.
How It Works
Assessment & Scoring
Complete the comprehensive survey and receive a research security program maturity risk score with a clear Pass or Fail determination.
Benefits
Gap Analysis
Receive a detailed gap analysis identifying exactly where your current program falls short of federal guidelines.
Continuous Improvement
For Internal Audit Teams
Utilize a standardized, repeatable assessment to ensure compliance and monitor risk.
With an annual subscription, you can deploy the MV-RSP assessment quarterly, allowing you to continuously measure program improvement and track the effectiveness of your corrective actions over time. This empowers you to self-certify that your organization meets the minimum standards for research security in the United States.
Corrective Action Plan
Get a clear roadmap with corrective actions to close identified gaps and enhance your security posture.
For Research Security Professionals & Leaders
Track program improvement, identify specific vulnerabilities, and provide executive leadership with data-driven insights.
For Executive Leadership & Oversight Committees
Gain a clear, concise understanding of your organization's research security posture and demonstrate due diligence to stakeholders and funders.