Data Protection and Privacy Analyst

Data Protection and Privacy Analyst

Ethics, Compliance, and Risk Management (ECRM) 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 identify not only the risks but the opportunities these present to us. As a Data Protection & Privacy Analyst, you will help the Data Protection team 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 the EY Americas Data Protection (Confidentiality, Data Privacy) function, you will play a key role in facilitating compliance with applicable legal and regulatory and EY policy requirements, including by helping to update and maintain our inventory of data, processing activities, applications, and suppliers across EY’s business activities. You will also assist in responding to data subject rights (DSR) and internal data access requests, managing and documenting activities around data incidents (i.e., instances of loss, theft, or inappropriate disclosure of confidential/personal information), and supporting metrics analysis and reporting for keeping stakeholders informed of key Data Protection trends.

Skills and attributes for success 

• Supports multiple aspects of the Data Protection compliance program, including but not limited to:
• Tracking new and/or revised applicable data protection laws, regulations, and standards (e.g., CPRA, VCDPA, HIPAA),
• Assisting with tracking and conducting data protection due diligence reviews of processes, systems/technologies, suppliers, and M&A targets,

• • Reviews and assists with addressing inquiries from business teams, including coordinating appropriate responses based on documented procedures,
  • Supporting engagement and account risk monitoring and mitigation efforts, and
  • Monitoring and assessing program controls.

• Maintains and expands current knowledge of field of expertise and communicates new developments and resulting impact to program stakeholders and team members.
• Develops relationships across teams/functions within the organization.
• Participates in other ad-hoc Data Protection & Privacy projects, as assigned.

To qualify for the role, you must have 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong research and project management skills
• Strong problem-solving skills 
• Ability to be flexible and take initiative 
• Strong organizational skills 
• Ability to successfully handle multiple tasks
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel and technology savvy
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• 1-3 plus years related experience

Ideally, you’ll have

• Ability to perform initial reviews of submissions from client teams and evaluate completeness, accuracy and appropriateness of proposed transaction or requests

What we look for 

We’re looking for individuals that have strong problem-solving skills who aren’t afraid to take initiative.  You’ll need to have an enthusiasm for capturing and analysing data.  If you’re great at communicating with people in a fast-paced environment, this is a great place to develop all the skills that will progress your career.