Privacy Specialist II

Texas A&M University System•College Station, TX

3d•$65,000 - $78,000

About The Position

The Privacy Specialist II, under general direction, is responsible for administering privacy related programs and policies. Essential Duties/Tasks Privacy Program Implementation and Coordination Implements and coordinates privacy programs and policies Reinforces complex business and data management processes that comply with all applicable laws and regulations Develops and implements data breach response plans and procedures Coordinates and delivers privacy training programs, communications, and training materials Compliance Monitoring and Auditing Administers compliance monitoring, auditing, and remediation processes Reviews and approves data processing activities to ensure compliance with privacy regulations Responds to both routine and more advanced inquiries regarding privacy matters from internal stakeholders; escalates inquiries when appropriate Legal Analysis & Reporting Conducts research, analysis, reporting on the impacts of new legal changes or potential policy changes Collaborates with legal counsel to interpret and apply privacy laws appropriately Stakeholder Engagement & Inquiry Response Responds to inquiries regarding privacy matters from external stakeholders; escalates inquiries when appropriate Investigations & Mitigations/Sanctions Work on investigations, document mitigations and/or sanctions Review post-investigation to ensure that mitigation strategies have been implemented; that they are effective; or are being addressed in appropriate ways with the Privacy Office What You Need to Know Salary: $65,000-78,000 annually Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Four years of related experience in administering privacy programs and policies
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others
This position is security sensitive
This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures
All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of HIPAA regulations
Knowledge of US privacy laws
CIPP/US certification (US privacy certification)
Any other applicable professional privacy certifications

Responsibilities

Implements and coordinates privacy programs and policies
Reinforces complex business and data management processes that comply with all applicable laws and regulations
Develops and implements data breach response plans and procedures
Coordinates and delivers privacy training programs, communications, and training materials
Administers compliance monitoring, auditing, and remediation processes
Reviews and approves data processing activities to ensure compliance with privacy regulations
Responds to both routine and more advanced inquiries regarding privacy matters from internal stakeholders; escalates inquiries when appropriate
Conducts research, analysis, reporting on the impacts of new legal changes or potential policy changes
Collaborates with legal counsel to interpret and apply privacy laws appropriately
Responds to inquiries regarding privacy matters from external stakeholders; escalates inquiries when appropriate
Work on investigations, document mitigations and/or sanctions
Review post-investigation to ensure that mitigation strategies have been implemented; that they are effective; or are being addressed in appropriate ways with the Privacy Office