Data Protection and Privacy - Assistant Director (Data RiskManager)

Data Protection and Privacy - Assistant Director (Data RiskManager)

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Data Protection and Privacy – Assistant Director (Data Risk Manager) – Risk Management supports our people in managing the risks that arise during our daily working lives. We work closely with all parts of the organization to identify, manage and monitor risk, providing coordinated advice and assistance on independence, conflicts, compliance, regulatory, policy, security issues, as well as dealing with claims and any queries regarding ethics.

The opportunity

We are operating in an increasingly connected world that is changing how to manage risk. With fast-paced technology advancements, new innovations within emerging technologies, and an ever-challenging regulatory environment, it is business critical for our organization to not only identify the risks, but also the opportunities these present. As a Data Risk Manager, you will make educated, thoughtful decisions on Risk Management. Our brand depends on it. It’s all part of our long-term commitment to building a better working world and in return, you can expect plenty of opportunities to take on new responsibilities and develop your career.

Your Key Responsibilities

As part of EY Americas Data Protection (Confidentiality, Data Privacy) function, you will assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of various activities within the Data Protection program. The position involves managing the firm’s confidential and personal information inventory and data subject rights (DSR) request process. The position also involves investigating and addressing data incidents (loss, theft, and inappropriate disclosure or use of confidential / personal information) in accordance with EY’s policies and procedures.

You will serve as the primary point of contact for EY client serving teams and work across functions (Legal, IT, Investigations, Executive Leadership) to coordinate various efforts (e.g., incident response, data inventory management, DSRs). You will help with interpreting data protection and privacy laws and policies, determining required actions to standard and non-standard situations, and making recommendations based on firm guidance, professional standards, and acquired experience. The position involves coordination and reporting of various Data Protection activities to stakeholders and interacts with executive-level personnel.

Skills and Attributes for Success

Leads Data Risk Management activities within the Data Protection program, including but not limited to :

• Maintaining EY confidential and personal information inventory, in partnership with EY internal functions and service lines, to understand types of information that require protection and to fulfil data protection regulatory requirements (e.g., Records of Processing Activities (ROPA))
• Responding to data subject rights (DSR) and internal data access requests in accordance with applicable data protection legal and regulatory requirements and EY policies
• Documenting, conducting, and assisting others with investigations of data incidents; collaborating with clients, internal functions, and EY service lines to understand root cause, assess impact, and develop remediation plans
• Collaborating with EY Information Security to design and implement controls (e.g., data loss prevention, insider threat detection) to protect confidential and personal information
• Developing, driving, and executing strategy to continuously build out the Data Risk Management function to align with industry leading practices and regulatory requirements
• Assists other functions of the Data Protection program, including tracking and analyzing new and / or revised applicable data protection laws, regulations, and standards (e.g., CPRA, VCDPA, HIPAA)
• Developing and maintaining EY U.S. data protection policies, guidance, training, and awareness communication plan
• Interacts with stakeholders across the organization (Information Security, Risk Management, GCO, Service Line Quality, Talent, client serving teams) and partners with local / global teams to improve processes and policy awareness
• Maintains knowledge of field and communicates developments to stakeholders; participates in ad hoc projects as assigned

Qualifications

Ideally, you’ll have

What We Look For

We’re interested in people who can right-size risk and recommend creative solutions to complex problems, and take responsibility for complex Risk Management projects.

What We Offer You

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. EY accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities. EY is an equal employment opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation upon request.

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