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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Privacy Specialist to join our team and ensure our organization adheres to the highest standards of data protection and privacy compliance. As a Privacy Specialist, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining privacy policies and procedures that align with global data protection regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, and others. You will work closely with legal, IT, HR, and other departments to ensure that personal data is handled responsibly and in accordance with applicable laws.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of privacy laws and frameworks, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. You will conduct privacy impact assessments, respond to data subject access requests, and provide guidance on privacy-related matters across the organization. Additionally, you will monitor changes in privacy legislation and recommend updates to internal policies and practices as needed.
This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can navigate complex regulatory environments and translate legal requirements into practical business processes. You will also be responsible for training staff on privacy best practices and fostering a culture of privacy awareness throughout the organization.
If you are passionate about data privacy and want to play a key role in protecting sensitive information, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and maintain privacy policies and procedures
- Ensure compliance with global data protection regulations
- Conduct privacy impact assessments (PIAs)
- Respond to data subject access requests (DSARs)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on privacy matters
- Monitor and interpret changes in privacy laws
- Provide training and awareness programs on data privacy
- Advise on data processing agreements and vendor contracts
- Support incident response and data breach investigations
- Maintain records of processing activities (RoPA)
- Perform regular audits and risk assessments
- Report privacy metrics and compliance status to leadership
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Information Security, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in data privacy or compliance
- Strong knowledge of GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, and other regulations
- Experience conducting PIAs and managing DSARs
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Familiarity with privacy management tools and software
- Certifications such as CIPP, CIPM, or CIPT are a plus
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and high level of integrity
- Experience working with cross-functional teams
- Understanding of IT systems and data flows
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have with GDPR and CCPA compliance?
- Have you conducted privacy impact assessments before?
- How do you stay updated on changes in privacy laws?
- Describe a time you handled a data breach or incident.
- What privacy certifications do you hold?
- How do you ensure employee awareness of privacy policies?
- What tools or software have you used for privacy management?
- How do you handle conflicts between business needs and privacy requirements?
- Can you describe your experience with DSARs?
- What industries have you worked in regarding data privacy?
- How do you approach vendor privacy risk assessments?
- What is your process for maintaining RoPA documentation?
