What are the responsibilities and job description for the Privacy Risk Analyst, Privacy and Integrated Security - USDS position at TikTok?
Responsibilities
About TikTok U.S. Data Security
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. U.S. Data Security (“USDS”) is a subsidiary of TikTok in the U.S. This new, security-first division was created to bring heightened focus and governance to our data protection policies and content assurance protocols to keep U.S. users safe. Our focus is on providing oversight and protection of the TikTok platform and U.S. user data, so millions of Americans can continue turning to TikTok to learn something new, earn a living, express themselves creatively, or be entertained. The teams within USDS that deliver on this commitment daily span across Trust & Safety, Security & Privacy, Engineering, User & Product Ops, Corporate Functions and more.
Why Join Us
Creation is the core of TikTok's purpose. Our platform is built to help imaginations thrive. This is doubly true of the teams that make TikTok possible. Together, we inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we all believe in and aim towards achieving every day. To us, every challenge, no matter how difficult, is an opportunity; to learn, to innovate, and to grow as one team. Status quo? Never. Courage? Always. At TikTok, we create together and grow together. That's how we drive impact - for ourselves, our company, and the communities we serve. Join us.
Team Intro:
The USDS Privacy and Integrated Security team is responsible for overseeing and governing all activities of privacy impacts to TikTok USDS' operations. We address complex and cutting-edge challenges, aiming to build the world's most trusted social media platform. We partner with TikTok global legal, R&D, Privacy and Data Protection Office, and security organizations in advancing our privacy practices. We oversee, govern and support the integration and optimization of operational privacy capabilities including data inventory, data classification, data retention/deletion, and incident response, etc., to ensure scalable and compliant privacy and data protection practices.
We seek a highly motivated, experienced, and dynamic professional to join our team. As a direct report to the Privacy Risk Management Lead, you will be responsible for performing privacy reviews and assessments, supporting data governance initiatives, and partnering with cross-functional teams across USDS and the wider global organization to facilitate privacy program objectives and communicate the value of privacy risk reduction efforts. This position requires a candidate who can take the initiative to champion meaningful process improvements, perform detailed analysis of technical and operational risks, and effectively communicate mitigation strategies to a diverse array of partners and stakeholders.
In order to enhance collaboration and cross-functional partnerships, among other things, at this time, our organization follows a hybrid work schedule that requires employees to work in the office 3 days a week, or as directed by their manager/department. We regularly review our hybrid work model, and the specific requirements may change at any time.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform privacy impact assessments and external information sharing privacy reviews to drive risk identification and reduction associated with product and feature launches and third party engagements
- Support the development, implementation, and documentation of the privacy risk management framework and corresponding processes in adherence with security principles and industry frameworks. Draft operating procedures and document the engagement model with internal partners to drive effective collaboration
- Champion privacy risk management for USDS, ensuring TikTok products and operational alignment with applicable global, US and state privacy regulations. Partner with global legal, R&D, security, data protection and privacy risk management teams to advance sound privacy practices through continuous risk reduction
- Support the management of the privacy risk register through prioritization and tracking of risk materiality, and communication of privacy risk findings and mitigation strategies with partner teams and leadership.
- Perform risk monitoring, managing the risk remediation process, ensuring risk treatment plans are executed effectively. Support risk reporting and socialization to inform stakeholders and risk owners
- Understand enterprise business relationships and processes to ensure privacy risks are identified and managed throughout the business lifecycle
- Engage in special projects and additional responsibilities may be needed as the team expands and capabilities are enhanced
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Candidates with significant relevant experience in security, privacy and data protection fields will also be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
- Hands-on experience conducting control validation, risk assessments and tracking remediation plans. 5 years relevant technical experience, such as in risk management, product compliance management, privacy compliance.
- Knowledge of global and US privacy regulations, GDPR, COPPA, CCPA, etc.
- Excellent fundamental knowledge of industry standards frameworks (NIST Privacy Framework, ISO/IEC 27701, NIST RMF, ISO 31000, COBIT, IAPP guidelines, etc.)
- Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, teamwork and collaboration skills in leading or contributing to multi-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
- CISSP, CIPP, CIPT, CIPM, or CRISC is a plus.
- Cyber security, information security, or privacy engineering experience in R&D setting.
- Strong cyber security and risk management experience
- Security or privacy engineering experience is highly desired
- Knowledge of data governance
- Robust understanding of security, privacy, and technical solutions.
- Robust understanding of how solutions go into operations, be able to drive GAP analysis, be able to drive solution integration and the maturity of operational capabilities.
D&I Statement
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
Accommodation Statement
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://shorturl.at/ktJP6
Data Security Statement
This role requires the ability to work with and support systems designed to protect sensitive data and information. As such, this role will be subject to strict national security-related screening.
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】 Compensation Description (Annually) - Washington, DC
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is 88920 - 162400 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
About TikTok U.S. Data Security
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. U.S. Data Security (“USDS”) is a subsidiary of TikTok in the U.S. This new, security-first division was created to bring heightened focus and governance to our data protection policies and content assurance protocols to keep U.S. users safe. Our focus is on providing oversight and protection of the TikTok platform and U.S. user data, so millions of Americans can continue turning to TikTok to learn something new, earn a living, express themselves creatively, or be entertained. The teams within USDS that deliver on this commitment daily span across Trust & Safety, Security & Privacy, Engineering, User & Product Ops, Corporate Functions and more.
Why Join Us
Creation is the core of TikTok's purpose. Our platform is built to help imaginations thrive. This is doubly true of the teams that make TikTok possible. Together, we inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we all believe in and aim towards achieving every day. To us, every challenge, no matter how difficult, is an opportunity; to learn, to innovate, and to grow as one team. Status quo? Never. Courage? Always. At TikTok, we create together and grow together. That's how we drive impact - for ourselves, our company, and the communities we serve. Join us.
Team Intro:
The USDS Privacy and Integrated Security team is responsible for overseeing and governing all activities of privacy impacts to TikTok USDS' operations. We address complex and cutting-edge challenges, aiming to build the world's most trusted social media platform. We partner with TikTok global legal, R&D, Privacy and Data Protection Office, and security organizations in advancing our privacy practices. We oversee, govern and support the integration and optimization of operational privacy capabilities including data inventory, data classification, data retention/deletion, and incident response, etc., to ensure scalable and compliant privacy and data protection practices.
We seek a highly motivated, experienced, and dynamic professional to join our team. As a direct report to the Privacy Risk Management Lead, you will be responsible for performing privacy reviews and assessments, supporting data governance initiatives, and partnering with cross-functional teams across USDS and the wider global organization to facilitate privacy program objectives and communicate the value of privacy risk reduction efforts. This position requires a candidate who can take the initiative to champion meaningful process improvements, perform detailed analysis of technical and operational risks, and effectively communicate mitigation strategies to a diverse array of partners and stakeholders.
In order to enhance collaboration and cross-functional partnerships, among other things, at this time, our organization follows a hybrid work schedule that requires employees to work in the office 3 days a week, or as directed by their manager/department. We regularly review our hybrid work model, and the specific requirements may change at any time.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform privacy impact assessments and external information sharing privacy reviews to drive risk identification and reduction associated with product and feature launches and third party engagements
- Support the development, implementation, and documentation of the privacy risk management framework and corresponding processes in adherence with security principles and industry frameworks. Draft operating procedures and document the engagement model with internal partners to drive effective collaboration
- Champion privacy risk management for USDS, ensuring TikTok products and operational alignment with applicable global, US and state privacy regulations. Partner with global legal, R&D, security, data protection and privacy risk management teams to advance sound privacy practices through continuous risk reduction
- Support the management of the privacy risk register through prioritization and tracking of risk materiality, and communication of privacy risk findings and mitigation strategies with partner teams and leadership.
- Perform risk monitoring, managing the risk remediation process, ensuring risk treatment plans are executed effectively. Support risk reporting and socialization to inform stakeholders and risk owners
- Understand enterprise business relationships and processes to ensure privacy risks are identified and managed throughout the business lifecycle
- Engage in special projects and additional responsibilities may be needed as the team expands and capabilities are enhanced
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Candidates with significant relevant experience in security, privacy and data protection fields will also be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
- Hands-on experience conducting control validation, risk assessments and tracking remediation plans. 5 years relevant technical experience, such as in risk management, product compliance management, privacy compliance.
- Knowledge of global and US privacy regulations, GDPR, COPPA, CCPA, etc.
- Excellent fundamental knowledge of industry standards frameworks (NIST Privacy Framework, ISO/IEC 27701, NIST RMF, ISO 31000, COBIT, IAPP guidelines, etc.)
- Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, teamwork and collaboration skills in leading or contributing to multi-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
- CISSP, CIPP, CIPT, CIPM, or CRISC is a plus.
- Cyber security, information security, or privacy engineering experience in R&D setting.
- Strong cyber security and risk management experience
- Security or privacy engineering experience is highly desired
- Knowledge of data governance
- Robust understanding of security, privacy, and technical solutions.
- Robust understanding of how solutions go into operations, be able to drive GAP analysis, be able to drive solution integration and the maturity of operational capabilities.
D&I Statement
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
Accommodation Statement
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://shorturl.at/ktJP6
Data Security Statement
This role requires the ability to work with and support systems designed to protect sensitive data and information. As such, this role will be subject to strict national security-related screening.
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】 Compensation Description (Annually) - Washington, DC
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is 88920 - 162400 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
