Program Manager Data Privacy & GDPR Compliance

Job Title: Program Manager - Data Privacy & GDPR Compliance

Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Onsite)

Job Type: Contract

Experience: 8+ Years

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager - Data Privacy & GDPR Compliance to lead enterprise-wide privacy initiatives and ensure compliance with global data protection regulations. The ideal candidate will have expertise in GDPR, CCPA, Privacy Program Management, Data Protection, AI Governance, and Regulatory Compliance, with experience driving cross-functional privacy programs across Legal, Security, Engineering, Product, and Compliance teams.

Required Skills

Privacy & Data Protection

• 5+ years of experience in Privacy, Data Protection, Compliance, or Program Management
• Strong expertise in:
  • GDPR
  • CCPA
  • Global Privacy Regulations
  • Data Privacy
  • Data Protection
  • Privacy Compliance
  • Privacy Governance

Privacy Program Management

• End-to-End Program Management
• Cross-Functional Project Management
• Risk Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Privacy-by-Design
• Stakeholder Management
• Process Improvement

Privacy Operations

• Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs)
• Records of Processing Activities (RoPA)
• Data Inventory Management
• Data Flow Mapping
• Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs)
• Privacy Incident Management
• Regulatory Audit Support

Compliance & Governance

• AI Governance
• AI Regulatory Compliance
• Data Governance
• Compliance Frameworks
• Security & Risk Management
• Policy Development

Technical Knowledge

• SaaS Platforms
• Enterprise Applications
• Data Security Principles
• Information Security
• AI Frameworks
• Technology Compliance

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication
• Stakeholder Management
• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Organizational Skills
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of enterprise privacy and data protection programs
• Manage project planning, execution, tracking, and delivery of privacy initiatives
• Partner with Legal, Security, Product, Engineering, and Compliance teams to operationalize privacy requirements
• Implement and maintain privacy frameworks aligned with GDPR, CCPA, and other global privacy regulations
• Conduct and facilitate Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs)
• Develop and maintain Data Inventories, Data Flow Maps, and Records of Processing Activities (RoPA)
• Manage privacy incidents, ensuring timely investigation, escalation, and resolution
• Support Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs), regulatory audits, and compliance inquiries
• Drive Privacy-by-Design principles throughout the product development lifecycle
• Develop and deliver privacy awareness and training programs across the organization
• Monitor evolving global privacy and AI regulations and recommend compliance improvements
• Balance regulatory requirements with business objectives while enabling innovation

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
• Experience in Technology, SaaS, or AI-driven organizations
• Knowledge of AI governance and global AI regulations
• Understanding of data security principles and enterprise risk management frameworks
• Privacy certifications such as:
  • CIPP/E
  • CIPM
  • CIPT
  • CDPSE (Preferred)