Data Privacy & Governance Manager

Hormel Foods Family of Companies•Austin, MN

18h•$98,100 - $144,400•Onsite

About The Position

This position reports to the Assistant Director, Ethics & Compliance. The Data Privacy and Governance Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the organization’s data privacy and governance framework. This role ensures compliance with applicable data protection laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, CPA), promotes ethical data use, and establishes robust governance practices to safeguard sensitive information. The manager acts as a key liaison between legal, IT, security, compliance, manufacturing facilities and business units to ensure data is managed responsibly and effectively.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Law, Business, or related field.
5+ years of experience in data privacy, governance, compliance, or information security.
Strong knowledge of data protection laws and frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA/CPA, and other privacy laws and regulations).
Experience implementing data governance frameworks and privacy programs.
Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States.
Applicants must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, JD, or Master’s in Information Security or Data Management).
Professional certifications such as: CIPP (Certified Information Privacy Professional), CIPM (Certified Information Privacy Manager), CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional), CISSP or CISM
Experience with data governance and privacy tools (e.g., Collibra, OneTrust, Informatica, etc.).

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain enterprise-wide data privacy policies, standards, and procedures.
Ensure compliance with global, federal, and regional data protection laws and regulations.
Conduct data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and privacy risk assessments.
Monitor regulatory developments and recommend updates to policies and practices.
Partner with Legal and Compliance teams to manage privacy-related inquiries, audits, and investigations.
Design and implement a data governance framework, including data classification, ownership, and lifecycle management.
Establish data stewardship roles and accountability structures across the organization.
Define and monitor data quality, integrity, and consistency standards.
Oversee data cataloging, metadata management, and data lineage initiatives.
Identify and mitigate risks related to data handling, storage, and sharing.
Collaborate with Information Security teams to align data protection controls and incident response plans.
Lead or support breach response efforts, including impact analysis and regulatory notifications as required.
Develop and deliver privacy and data governance training programs for employees.
Promote a culture of data responsibility and awareness across the organization.
Evaluate and monitor third-party vendors for compliance with data privacy and governance requirements.
Support contract reviews and data processing agreements to ensure proper data handling practices.
Establish metrics and reporting mechanisms to track data privacy and governance effectiveness.
Provide regular updates to senior leadership on risk posture, compliance status, and program maturity.
Continuously improve policies, processes, and tools to adapt to evolving business and regulatory requirements.
Establish metrics and reporting mechanisms to track data privacy and governance effectiveness.
Provide regular updates to senior leadership on risk posture, compliance status, and program maturity.
Continuously improve policies, processes, and tools to adapt to evolving business and regulatory requirements.