Data Protection Officer (DPO)

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  • Karachi, Sindh
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
  • Apply easily
  • Guarantee organizational adherence to relevant data protection laws and regulations.
  • Monitor changes in privacy laws and promptly update policies and procedures to align with the evolving legal landscape.
  • Prepare and regularly review Data Privacy policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational updates.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of the Data Privacy strategy, integrating it into the broader Information Security strategy of the organization.
  • Conduct privacy impact assessments for new projects, processes, or technologies involving personal data.
  • Identify and document the types of personal data processed, establish the purposes of processing, and classify data based on sensitivity. Implement appropriate protection measures accordingly.
  • Manage and respond to data subject access requests and inquiries related to privacy concerns.
  • Provide training to employees on data protection practices and foster privacy awareness within the organization.
  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure a holistic approach to data protection, fostering a culture of compliance throughout the organization.
  • Support reporting authorities in implementing procedural control measures identified through audits, risk assessments, compliance reviews, etc.
  • As the go-to person for data protection, the DPO ensures that data management policies align with security and compliance requirements.
  • Oversee the development, implementation, and enforcement of information/data classification policies, ensuring comprehensive coverage in SOP/Baseline documents.
  • Perform internal privacy audits and assessments to identify gaps and areas for improvement. Recommend and implement corrective actions as needed.
  • Work with Procurement and Third-Party Risk Management teams to ensure adequacy of assessment, evaluation, and monitoring of third-party vendors that handling personal data, in terms of their data handling practices, security and contracts, to ensure they comply with privacy and data protection requirements.
  • Undertake any other related duty assigned by the HOD Information Security.
Requirements
  • Knowledge and understanding of common data protection management frameworks & best practices.
  • Ability to assess privacy impact, classify data, and establish protective measures based on sensitivity.
  • Comprehensive understanding of Data Privacy strategy and its alignment with broader Information Security goals.
  • Strong analytical, communication, collaboration, problem-solving, documentation and leadership Skills to convey complex data protection concepts to diverse audiences, both internal and external.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a technology/engineering/information security related field required.
  • Minimum 6 to 7 years of hands-on experience in Data & information security in a large enterprise environment.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Fuel Card
  • Health benefits
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Inclusive work culture & much more

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