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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Data Protection Analyst
Description
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We are looking for a Data Protection Analyst to join our team and play a critical role in safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring compliance with data protection regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant privacy laws. As a Data Protection Analyst, you will be responsible for evaluating, implementing, and maintaining data privacy policies and procedures across the organization. You will work closely with IT, legal, compliance, and business units to identify potential risks, conduct data protection impact assessments, and recommend solutions to mitigate those risks. Your expertise will help the organization navigate the complex landscape of data privacy, ensuring that personal and sensitive data is handled appropriately and securely. Key duties include monitoring data processing activities, responding to data subject requests, supporting incident response in the event of data breaches, and providing training and guidance to staff on privacy best practices. You will also be responsible for keeping up to date with changes in data protection laws and advising the organization on necessary adjustments to policies and practices. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of data privacy regulations, excellent analytical and communication skills, and experience working with cross-functional teams. If you are passionate about data privacy and want to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply for this important role.
Responsibilities
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- Conduct data protection impact assessments and risk analyses
- Develop, implement, and maintain data privacy policies and procedures
- Respond to data subject access requests and other privacy-related inquiries
- Collaborate with IT, legal, and business units to address data privacy concerns
- Support incident response and investigation of data breaches
- Provide training and guidance to staff on data protection best practices
- Stay updated on changes in data protection regulations and advise on compliance
- Prepare reports and documentation for audits and regulatory reviews
- Recommend improvements to enhance data security and privacy
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in law, information security, IT, or related field
- Proven experience in data protection, privacy, or compliance roles
- Strong knowledge of GDPR, CCPA, and other data protection regulations
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Attention to detail and high level of integrity
- Experience with data protection impact assessments
- Familiarity with data security technologies and practices
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM) are a plus
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have with GDPR or similar data protection regulations?
- Can you describe a time you managed a data breach or privacy incident?
- How do you stay updated on changes in data privacy laws?
- What tools or methods do you use for conducting data protection impact assessments?
- Describe your experience working with cross-functional teams on compliance issues.
- How do you ensure staff are aware of and follow data privacy policies?
- What challenges have you faced in implementing data privacy measures?
- Have you worked with data subject access requests? How did you handle them?
- What certifications or training do you have in data protection or privacy?
- How would you approach improving our current data privacy program?
