Privacy Operations Manager (United States)

Title: Privacy Operations Manager

Location: Remote

Duration: 3 months Contract (with the potential to extend)

Our customer, a software and technology solutions organization, is searching for a talented Privacy Operations Manager to lead and operationalize a global privacy program within a complex, technology-driven organization. This role will partner closely with Legal, Information Security, Product, IT, and business stakeholders to ensure compliance with global privacy regulations while driving privacy-by-design principles across products, services, and business functions.

The ideal candidate will have a strong blend of privacy, compliance, cybersecurity, and operational expertise, along with proven experience managing teams and implementing scalable privacy frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

Privacy Program Management

• Implement privacy policies, procedures, and operational frameworks
• Conduct or facilitate the conduct of risk assessments, including - privacy impact assessments (PIAs) data protection impact assessments (DPIAs), transfer impact assessments (TIAs)
• Coordinate responses to data subject access requests (DSARs) and ensure timely resolution
• Track and report on privacy program metrics and KPIs

Privacy Compliance & Risk Management

• Track and report changes in new/existing privacy regulation and monitor compliance with key regulations including GDPR, CCPA, PIPEDA, among others
• Build out and maintain data inventory, and data mapping initiatives
• Identify privacy risks and work with stakeholders to implement mitigation strategies
• Support privacy incident response and breach notification processes
• Conduct privacy audits and assessments of internal processes and third-party vendors

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Legal, Information Security, IT, Product, and Business teams to integrate privacy by design principles
• Serve as a privacy subject matter expert and advisor to business units
• Facilitate privacy training and awareness programs for employees
• Work with vendors and partners to ensure contractual privacy obligations are met
• Identify current sub-processor's and updating contractual documentation to reflect current state

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain records of processing activities (ROPA) and privacy documentation
• Prepare privacy reports for leadership and relevant stakeholders
• Document privacy procedures and create operational playbooks
• Support regulatory inquiries and audits

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 6 to 8 years of experience in privacy, cybersecurity, compliance, or related functions, preferably within a SaaS or technology environment.
• 3 to 5 years of people management experience.
• Privacy certification such as CIPM, CIPP, CIPT, CISSP , or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of global privacy regulations including GDPR, CCPA, PIPEDA, and related frameworks.
• Experience conducting privacy risk assessments and implementing privacy controls.
• Advanced experience configuring and managing OneTrust , including assessments, data inventory management, consent management, and DSAR workflows.
• Experience translating legal and regulatory requirements into operational and technical controls.
• Strong understanding of privacy-by-design principles and sensitive data processing requirements.
• Knowledge of data classification, retention, and lifecycle management.
• Proven success managing multiple projects and priorities in a large, complex organization.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Power BI, Power Automate, and AI-driven compliance solutions.
• Familiarity with data governance platforms, SIEM solutions, and Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs).
• Expertise in privacy automation tools and workflow optimization.
• Scripting or automation experience for compliance operations.
• Knowledge of information security frameworks and best practices.
• Project management certification or equivalent experience.
• Master's degree, legal studies background, or law degree preferred.

To apply:

If you are qualified, interested, and available, please send

1) your WORD version resume and

2) an email stating why you are a good fit for this position to View email address on apply.placed-app.com

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