Senior Data Protection & Privacy Specialist

The Senior Data Protection & Privacy Specialist is responsible for examining personal data frameworks and relevant privacy laws and regulations, assessing privacy risks, and managing the implementation of the organization's privacy and data protection compliance program and internal policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to relevant privacy laws and regulations, such as PDPL, GDPR, and CCPA, and oversee privacy and data protection requirements.
• Identify and evaluate privacy risks associated with data processing activities.
• Create and maintain privacy and data protection policies and procedures.
• Oversee the implementation and management of the organization's privacy and data protection compliance program.
• Lead the response to privacy and data protection incidents, including breach investigations and reporting.
• Develop and deliver privacy training programs to employees and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure privacy requirements are met.
• Stay updated on changes in privacy laws and regulations and adjust compliance strategies accordingly.
• Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) to assess the impact of data processing activities on privacy.
• Provide expert advice to senior management on privacy and data protection matters.
• Assist in the organization’s response to privacy or data protection incidents.

Requirements:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Information Technology, or Computer Science.
• Professional Certifications related to the Cybersecurity field is preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in the Cybersecurity field.
• Skills: Attention to Detail, Analytical Thinking, Communication Skills, Problem-Solving, Ethical Judgment, Adaptability and Flexibility, Collaboration, Continuous Learning.

Location: Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia (On-site)
Work Conditions: Full-time