Security | Realized

Your Trust is Our Priority

Security and data protection are foundational to everything we build at Realized.

Realized handles sensitive organizational data, grant materials, and project information. We take our responsibility to protect this information seriously and implement industry-standard security practices across our platform.

Data Encryption

All data transmitted to and from Realized is encrypted using industry-standard protocols:

In Transit: TLS/SSL encryption for all data transmission
At Rest: AES-256 encryption for stored data
Database Security: Encrypted database connections and storage

Access Controls

We implement strict access controls to ensure only authorized users can access your data:

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) available for all accounts
Role-based access control (RBAC) for organizational accounts
Session management and automatic timeout protections
Regular access reviews and audit logging

Infrastructure Security

Cloud Infrastructure

Realized operates on secure, enterprise-grade cloud infrastructure with built-in redundancy, backup systems, and disaster recovery protocols.

Network Security

Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and network monitoring protect against unauthorized access and malicious activity.

Application Security

Regular code reviews, automated security testing, and vulnerability scanning ensure application-level security.

Data Backups

Automated daily backups with geographic redundancy ensure data availability and protection against loss.

Security Monitoring

Our security team continuously monitors the platform for potential threats:

24/7 system monitoring and alerting
Real-time threat detection and response
Regular security audits and penetration testing
Incident response procedures and protocols

Compliance & Standards

Realized follows industry best practices and standards for data protection:

GDPR compliance for data privacy
SOC 2 framework alignment (in progress)
Regular third-party security assessments
Compliance with federal grant data handling requirements

Employee Security

Our team is trained and committed to maintaining security:

Background checks for all employees
Regular security awareness training
Strict access policies and least-privilege principles
Confidentiality agreements and data handling policies

Data Retention & Deletion

We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide services or comply with legal obligations. You can request data deletion at any time, and we will securely erase your information within 30 days (subject to legal requirements).

Vulnerability Disclosure

If you discover a security vulnerability in Realized, please report it to us immediately through our contact page. We take all reports seriously and will work to address verified vulnerabilities promptly.

Questions About Security?

For specific security questions or to request our security documentation, please contact us.