Data Privacy & Security Specialist

Location: Abu DHabi

Experience: Minimum 14 years

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Develop and enforce data privacy and security policies, standards, and procedures across the organization.
Monitor and assess compliance with data protection laws and regulations, such as GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable standards.
Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify potential threats to data security.
Oversee incident response plans and coordinate investigations into data breaches and security incidents.
Advise and train staff on best practices for data handling, privacy, and security awareness.
Collaborate with IT, legal, and compliance teams to ensure integrated data protection strategies.
Manage data subject access requests and respond to inquiries regarding privacy practices.
Keep abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and regulations related to data privacy and security.
Prepare regular reports on privacy and security metrics for senior management.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Law, or a related field.
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CIPP, or similar are preferred.
Proven experience in data privacy, information security, or regulatory compliance.
Strong understanding of global privacy laws and information security standards.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and training abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Preferred Skills

HCLTech

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