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

Data Protection and Privacy, Senior Associate

Metro NY, Metro DC or Dallas preferred

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 Senior 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 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. You will promote compliance with data protection and privacy laws and policies by analyzing legal and regulatory requirements, conducting compliance gap analyses to assess risks, and developing appropriate strategies, policies, and processes to achieve and maintain compliance. You will perform data protection due diligence activities around processes and systems/technology (i.e., Data Protection/Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs)). You will also assist with EY’s data protection supplier due diligence activities.

Skills and attributes for success

Supports multiple aspects of the Data Protection compliance program, including but not limited to:

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 to reflect new and/or changes to data protection laws, regulations, and other related EY policies,

Developing procedures operationalizing data protection compliance measures,

Conducting data protection due diligence reviews of processes, systems/technologies, suppliers, and MA targets,

Providing Data Protection by Design (DPbD) guidance to system owners as they design, develop, and/ or upgrade systems,

Responding to client inquiries regarding data protection practices, and

Monitoring and assessing program controls.

Guides EY personnel through legal/regulatory, EY client, and EY firm data protection and privacy requirements;

Assists the Data 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,

Developing and 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)), and

Responding to data subject rights (DSR) and internal data access requests in accordance with applicable data protection legal and regulatory requirements and EY policies.

Collaborates with various functions across the organization, such as EY’s Information Security, IT Risk Management, members of the business and Service Line Quality, and Talent, to design and implement controls in order to protection confidential/personal information;

Creates reports on various data protection program activities to be delivered to key program stakeholders, including senior leaders within the organization;

Continuously maintains and expands knowledge of field of expertise and communicates new developments and resulting impact to program stakeholders and team members; and

Participates in various ad-hoc Data Protection and Privacy projects, as needs develop.

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

1-4 plus years 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)

What we look for

We’re interested in people that will be able to right-size risk and recommend creative solutions to complex problems, as well as make significant contributions to complex Risk Management projects.

What we offer

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 $67,900 to $134,500. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $84,900 to $140,100. 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.

Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.

Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.

Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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