Data Privacy Compliance Professional

This position demands a global perspective, focusing on compliance with data privacy laws across regions, including GDPR in Europe, DPDP in India, CCPA in California, and other international mandates. The Data Privacy Manager must ensure the protection of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Sensitive Personal Information (SPI), fostering a robust framework that mitigates risks and strengthens the organizations security posture.

Position Overview
The Data Privacy Manager is responsible for overseeing the organizations efforts to ensure the protection of sensitive data, compliance with data privacy regulations, and alignment with industry best practices. This role plays a crucial part in maintaining trust with customers, partners, and employees by protecting personal and confidential information. Key Responsibilities Compliance and Regulation Management Monitor and ensure adherence to data protection regulations such as GDPR, DPDP (India), CCPA, HIPAA, or other applicable laws. Creating, maintaining, and updating data privacy policies, procedures, and guidelines to align with legal requirements and industry best practices. Conducting privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) to identify and mitigate potential risks associated with data processing activities. Conduct regular audits and risk assessments to identify failure modes and areas of improvement. Strategic Leadership Lead initiatives to promote a culture of data privacy and protection within the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, legal, and HR, to ensure data privacy compliance across all departments. Develop strategies for data governance and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Privacy by Design Ensuring privacy is embedded into the design and development of new products and services. Incident Response and Prevention Managing data breach incidents, including investigation, remediation, and reporting to relevant authorities. Training and Awareness Organize training sessions and workshops to educate employees on data privacy standards and practices. Ensure that all parties handling sensitive data are aware of their responsibilities under relevant laws and company policies. Vendor Management - Overseeing the privacy practices of third-party vendors and ensuring they meet the organization's data protection standards. Educational Requirements