Director Data Protection

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Director, Data Protection

The candidate would be responsible for leading the privacy program which directly supports one of global Business Teams, which provides market research services to client’s in the technology industry. This role would be the primary resource and contact to support and manage/coordinate with the Business Team all requirements of the team relating to privacy and data protection and specific client support requirements or requests. Also support other business teams in North America for various privacy requests and questions as availability allows. Supports and designs the privacy program consistent with enterprise standards, provides strategy around the program, drafts applicable policies and standards, establishes processes to manage potential privacy risks encountered by the Business Team, and coordinate requests and reviews with the team responsible for managing such request, which includes Legal, IT, Data Security, Operations, or specific local country DPOs. Assists in the development, implementation, maintenance of and adherence to privacy policies, procedures, standards and requirements in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and for education and advocacy of the privacy program within the Business Team in accordance with the Global Privacy Program. Responsibilities: To further assist our Business and Privacy Teams, we are looking for a DPD to advise the Business Team on all applicable privacy and data protection laws, rules and regulations affecting its operations and businesses. In this role, will be responsible for matters ranging from analysis of laws and regulations applicable to a company with domestic and international operations as well as analysis of applicable laws and regulations that apply to our customers. Work with the local DPD, Privacy Counsel and Chief Privacy Officer and other Company stakeholders in the development of policies and procedures and specialized training programs designed to prevent illegal, unethical or improper conduct. Provide advice and support to the Business Team on all matters relating to privacy and data protection, including data of users, consumers, employees and third-parties, data privacy requirements for websites, social media, apps, connected products, e-commerce, customer relationship management and the Business Team’s various products and services, and the applicable laws relating to data privacy and security in the various jurisdictions which the Business Team operates. Supports the Business Team’s privacy program to ensure that privacy and data protection processes and practices are executed in accordance with company policies and standards and the Global Privacy Program. Responsible for managing all obligations pertaining to privacy compliance for the Business Team ensuring that appropriate controls are in place to mitigate privacy risks. These obligations include, but are not limited to, privacy risk assessments, business process assessments, data protection impact assessments, privacy incident management, privacy awareness and training, verification that proper risk assessments have been completed and up to date for vendors handling personal data, and verify applicable vendor agreements include required privacy and data protection terms according to global policy, client requirements and applicable privacy law. Monitors any new, or changes to existing, technology applications, products, or operational processes and ensures that privacy and protection of personal data is appropriately managed. Collaborates with the Legal, Data Security, Information Technology and Compliance departments to identify and control privacy risks applicable to the Business Team. Manages the analysis and reporting, investigation and remediation of privacy incidents and key risk indicators occurring within the Business Team in a timely manner consistent with the Global Privacy Program and applicable legal requirements. Identifies and follows up on privacy issues and action plans to ensure timely and accurate resolution. Ensures adherence to the Global Privacy Program, the GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, PIPEDA, etc. compliance programs (if applicable), and any other local or business-specific privacy requirements. Monitors and provides reports on performance of the Business Team’s Privacy Program to the applicable DPO, Privacy Counsel and CPO.

Company info

The Ipsos North America
1271 Avenue of the Americas, 15th Floor
New York
New York
United States 10020
Website : http://www.ipsos-na.com