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)