Compliance Data Officer

We are seeking an experienced Compliance Data Officer to oversee and manage the compliance of data management practices within our organization. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that all data-related activities comply with industry regulations, data protection laws, and internal policies. You will work closely with legal, IT, and data governance teams to ensure that the organization’s data handling processes meet regulatory standards, while mitigating risk and protecting sensitive information. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data compliance, privacy regulations, and risk management.

Key Responsibilities :

Compliance Monitoring and Reporting :

Oversee data compliance across the organization, ensuring that data collection, storage, processing, and sharing practices comply with relevant data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA).

• Conduct regular audits of data management processes and practices to assess compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain compliance reporting mechanisms to communicate the status of data governance, privacy, and security to senior management.

Regulatory Guidance and Best Practices :

Serve as a subject matter expert on data compliance regulations, data protection laws, and industry standards.

Risk Management and Mitigation :

Identify and evaluate risks related to data handling and usage, and develop strategies to mitigate compliance risks.

Training and Awareness :

Provide training to employees on data compliance policies, privacy laws, and regulations to ensure they understand their responsibilities.

Data Protection and Privacy :

Ensure that data protection principles (e.g., data minimization, purpose limitation, accuracy, confidentiality, and security) are embedded within the organization’s data practices.

Compliance Documentation and Record keeping :

Maintain and manage compliance documentation, including policies, procedures, records of data processing activities, and audit reports.

Qualifications :

Education and Experience :

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Information Technology, Data Management, or a related field.

Technical Skills :

Familiarity with data management systems, data protection technologies, and security protocols.

Knowledge and Competencies :

In-depth knowledge of global data protection laws and industry-specific regulatory requirements.

Soft Skills :

Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex data compliance topics to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications :

What We Offer :