Data Protection Officer (PII Compliance)

Contractor · Remote · 20 openings

Key Responsibilities

• • Oversee the implementation and management of PII compliance protocols, ensuring the protection and lawful processing of personal data.
• • Evaluate data flows and documentation to identify, classify, and mitigate risks associated with structural identifiability, including non-obvious PII and proprietary workflows.
• • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, review, and update policies on data management, privacy, and compliance.
• • Provide guidance and training to team members on best practices for sensitive document handling and the management of personally identifiable information.
• • Serve as the primary liaison during data privacy incidents, supporting swift investigation and remediation efforts.
• • Maintain detailed records of processing activities, supporting regulatory reporting and transparency initiatives.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• • Minimum 2 years’ experience in PII compliance, with proven expertise in handling complex and non-trivial PII scenarios.
• • Deep understanding of GDPR, data privacy, and compliance standards.
• • Strong background in data management, including techniques for generalizing or omitting content to minimize re-identification risk.
• • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to convey complex privacy concepts clearly.
• • Experience handling sensitive documents, especially within finance or corporate environments.
• • Analytical mindset with meticulous attention to detail and ability to evaluate structural identifiability.
• • Proficient in balancing data utility with privacy compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• • Background in finance, healthcare, or corporate governance.
• • Experience with international privacy regulations beyond GDPR.
• • Professional certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, or similar.