Principal Data Privacy Officer

If you are a highly motivated and experienced data privacy professional looking for an exciting new challenge, we want to hear from you! Join our team as the Principal Data Privacy Officer and help us ensure the protection of our customers' and stakeholders' sensitive information.

Job Title: Principal Data Privacy Officer

Location: New York, New York, United States

Salary: $138 Per hour

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced and knowledgeable Principal Data Privacy Officer to join our dynamic and growing team. As the Principal Data Privacy Officer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing our company's data privacy policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, and serving as the primary point of contact for all data privacy-related matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement data privacy policies and procedures that align with industry best practices and comply with all relevant laws and regulations.
• Review and update existing data privacy policies and procedures to ensure they remain current and effective.
• Conduct regular audits to assess our company's data privacy practices and identify any potential areas of weakness or non-compliance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all data privacy-related inquiries, concerns, or incidents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data privacy is incorporated into all aspects of our company's operations.
• Provide guidance and training to employees on data privacy best practices and compliance requirements.
• Conduct data privacy impact assessments for new projects, products, or processes to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Monitor and analyze changes in data privacy laws and regulations, and make recommendations for updates to policies and procedures as needed.
• Serve as a liaison with external auditors and regulatory bodies on data privacy matters.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and vendors, to ensure their data privacy concerns are addressed.
• Stay up-to-date on emerging data privacy trends and technologies, and make recommendations for their implementation to enhance our company's data privacy practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g. Law, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, etc.).
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in data privacy, compliance, or related fields.
• In-depth knowledge of global data privacy laws and regulations (e.g. GDPR, CCPA, etc.).
• Strong understanding of data security principles and practices.
• Experience developing and implementing data privacy policies and procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications (e.g. CIPP, CISSP, etc.) are a plus.