Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Background:
C2FO is searching for an experienced Data Protection Officer (DPO) to be in charge of continuously improving C2FO’s policies and practices regarding sensitive information. The DPO will be the primary employee that will lead regular internal security audits, review current practices, make recommendations regarding changes in data protection practices and act as the main point of contact between C2FO and the data protection authorities. Our ideal team member will have excellent organizational, communication, and management skills, and also the ability to independently run C2FO’s data protection program. The role reports to the General Counsel and will have regular interaction with other senior leaders of the company across the globe.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as the primary point of contact within the organization for members of staff, regulators, and any relevant public bodies on issues related to data protection
- Ensure the company’s policies and procedures are in compliance with all applicable data protection regulations, including General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and codes of practice
- Evaluate the company’s existing data protection framework and identify areas for improvement and rectify any issues should the applicable laws change
- Draft amendments and/or new internal data protection policies, guidelines, and procedures, in consultation with key stakeholders, should the applicable laws change
- Participate in internal design discussions to ensure data protection requirements are clearly defined early and throughout the development lifecycle for new projects.
- Review data protection and privacy agreements and terms
- Devise training plans and provide data protection advice and support for members of staff
- Inform and advise the Data Controller or Data Processor on all matters related to data protection
- Promote a culture of data protection compliance across all units of the organization
Basic Qualifications:
- 3+ years experience working in data protection compliance or a related field
- Expertise in European data protection laws and practices including an in-depth understanding of the GDPR with the willingness and ability to develop expertise in data protection laws in other jurisdictions
- Experience within a legal, audit, risk or info security/data protection department
- Bachelor’s degree
Preferred Qualifications:
- CIPP certification strongly preferred.
- Experience with multiple global regulations PIPEDA, CCPA, or India, Mexico, Australia, China, etc..
- Ability to develop and maintain networking relationships with relevant internal and external parties
- Ability to coordinate with internal technical staff in order learn and understand C2FO’s current practices
- Juris Doctorate considered a plus but not a requirement
- Strong project management skills
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage sensitive and confidential information
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong attention to detail
- Great interpersonal skills and ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
- Must have hands on to understand details of the company – execution of policies procedures and actions. What customers require to align and protect C2FO…aligning all the variables from the different
- Interpreting the factors and creating the policies and then communicating to the target audience that resonates.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we not only value diversity and equality, but we also empower our team members to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Our goal is to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and our global, multicultural clients. We recognize the power of inclusion, emphasizing that each team member was chosen for their unique ability to contribute to the overall success of our mission.
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
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