ARMY DIR 2021-18 — Use Of People Analytics Data/data Omnibus
ARMY DIR 2021-18 governs Army People Analytics data sharing, security, access, and use within the Army.
- Publication number: ARMY DIR 2021-18
- Title: USE OF PEOPLE ANALYTICS DATA/DATA OMNIBUS
- Date: 05/18/2021
- Proponent: ASA (M&RA)
- Status: ACTIVE
View ARMY DIR 2021-18 on armypubs.army.mil
It addresses Army People data, cPEOPLE, data stewards, privacy protections, human research requirements, and data-sharing responsibilities. It requires security guides, timely data provision, access safeguards, and compliance with law and policy.
Applies to: This directive applies to the Regular Army, U.S. Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States, and U.S. Army Reserve.
Topics covered
- Army People Analytics data-sharing
- Army People data security
- cPEOPLE data access
- Identifiable data protection
- Data steward objections
- Human subjects research protection
Questions and answers
Who retains authority over Army data use?
The Secretary of the Army retains authority over all Army data use. (paragraph 5)
Is People Analytics restricted to government use?
PA is restricted for government use and may occasionally require identifiable data when appropriate and permitted by applicable law and policy (such as public health protection and Soldier notification). (paragraph 4)
When must data stewards provide Army People data to cPEOPLE?
Data stewards identified in enclosure 2 will provide data to cPEOPLE except when prohibited by law or policy. (paragraph 5)
How long do Army People data stewards have to provide identified data assets to cPEOPLE?
No later than 60 calendar days from the date of this directive, provide to cPEOPLE the Army People data assets identified in enclosure 2 except to the extent that law or policy prohibits such sharing. (paragraph 6)
What training is required before handling identifiable Army People data?
Ensure that individuals with access to identifiable Army People data receive Health Information Privacy and Security Training before handling identifiable data. (paragraph 6)