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Data Protection and Privacy Supervising Associate – Technology Reviews

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 technological 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 Supervising Associate, you will support processes within the Ethics, Compliance, and Risk Management (ECRM). 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 help to drive compliance with legal and regulatory requirements as part of technology development and deployment at EY via interfacing with technology teams and performing data protection due diligence activities around systems/technology (i.e., Data Protection/Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs)), vendors, and business processes. You will interpret data protection and privacy laws and policies, determine required actions to standard and non-standard situations, and make recommendations based on firm guidance, professional standards, subject matter expertise, and acquired experience.

Skills And Attributes For Success

Supports the Compliance function of the Data Protection program as needed, including but not limited to:

• Conducting data protection due diligence reviews of systems and technologies including Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions in order to enable EY compliance with legal/regulatory, EY firm, and EY client data protection and privacy requirements;
• Conducting business process assessments and developing and maintaining EY confidential and personal information inventory, in partnership with EY internal functions and service lines, to understand the types of information that require protection and to fulfil data protection regulatory requirements (e.g., Records of Processing Activities (ROPA));
• Managing vendor due diligence reviews to assess data protection and privacy risks and ensure appropriate contractual, security, and data handling controls are in place;
• Collaborating with various functions across the organization, such as EY’s Information Security, Technology Risk Management, Service Line Quality, Talent, and members of the business to maintain visibility over technology deployment pipelines and to design and implement Data Protection by Design controls in order to protect confidential/personal information;
• Leading and supporting cross-functional data protection projects to strengthen operational processes and enable scalable compliance across the Americas; and
• Creating reports on various data protection compliance activities to be delivered to key program stakeholders, including senior leaders within the organization.
• Assists the Data Risk Management function of the Data Protection program as needed, including but not limited to:
• Documenting, conducting, and assisting others with investigations of data incidents (i.e., instances of loss, theft, or inappropriate disclosure of confidential/personal information); collaborating with clients, internal functions, and EY service lines to understand root cause, assess impact, and develop remediation plans, and
• Continuously maintains and expands knowledge of field of expertise and communicates new developments and resulting impact to program stakeholders and team members; and
  
  

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Solid understanding of relevant firm business and area wide data protection issues and concerns
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Flexibility and the ability to take the initiative
• Ability to right-size risk
• Strong research skills
• Strong project management skills; ability to successfully handle multiple tasks
• Good working knowledge of information systems and common software packages
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience; Graduate degree or Juris Doctorate preferred
• 5+ years of related experience
  
  

Ideally, you’ll have

• Ability to reference existing firm data protection and privacy policies as well as knowledge and experience to review complex situations and assist in proposing solutions
• Strong knowledge of relevant global, national, and local data protection laws, regulations, and standards, as well as familiarity with other risk management initiatives outside of their specific area
• Sound understanding of high-level technology trends and issues surrounding data protection
• Privacy certification from ISACA or the International Association of Privacy Professionals (e.g., CIPP, CIPM, CDPSE, AIGP)
  
  

What We Offer You

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $85,200 to $159,300. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $102,200 to $181,000. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
  
  

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis.

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EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.

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