Key Responsibilities:
Define and work on the governance of privacy projects.
Develop, refine, and oversee SUSE's privacy policies, frameworks, and procedures, focusing on governance, accountability, and strategic alignment with global regulations.
Drive the implementation of organizational and technical privacy measures across all business units.
Conduct privacy impact assessments for new products, services, and processes, and review contracts for compliance with privacy requirements.
Partner with other cybersecurity, legal, and business teams to ensure the implementation of privacy best practices and principles, including Privacy by Design and Default.
Provide strategic guidance and serve as the senior escalation point for privacy-related inquiries and incidents.
Lead the development and delivery of privacy awareness and training programs for employees at all levels of the organization.
Monitor compliance with privacy regulations and industry standards, identifying and addressing gaps proactively.
Stay informed about evolving privacy laws, frameworks, and industry trends, and implement necessary changes in organizational practices.
Represent the organization in external audits, privacy assessments, and interactions with regulatory bodies.
Requirements:
Experience in privacy, governance, or legal roles, with a strong emphasis on data protection.
Deep understanding of governance frameworks and accountability concepts in privacy management.
Extensive knowledge of global privacy standards, regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), and best practices.
Expertise in Privacy by Design and Default principles and technical implementation of privacy controls.
Ability to work in cross-functional teams and foster collaboration between privacy, cybersecurity, and legal domains.
Strong experience in reviewing contracts, DPAs (Data Processing Agreements), and other legal documents related to data protection.
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
Proven ability to manage and deliver complex projects independently, with strong prioritization and time management skills.
Knowledge of frameworks like ISO 27701, NIST Privacy Framework, or similar.
Knowledge of zero trust and related privacy-preserving architectural concepts.
Understanding of “code is law” and its application in privacy governance.
Knowledge of Linux environments is a plus.
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