Director, Privacy

Zelis • Morristown, TN

37d • $169,000 - $225,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Privacy with diverse leadership in Privacy within the Healthcare and/or Financial Services industries. The Director of Privacy will oversee the organization's privacy initiatives, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and safeguarding sensitive data. This role involves privacy incident management, policy development, and cross-functional collaboration to maintain and enhance privacy standards.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Technology, Healthcare, or a related field is essential; an advanced degree is highly preferred
• A minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in privacy, data protection, or compliance roles, including at least 5 years in a leadership capacity. This experience should demonstrate the capability to manage extensive privacy programs and handle intricate privacy challenges effectively.
• Deep knowledge of privacy laws, regulations, and industry standards is crucial
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities to navigate the complex landscape of privacy risks and incidents.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of privacy strategies that ensure organizational compliance and sustainability.
• Ensure adherence with applicable privacy laws and regulations, including HIPAA, CCPA, and other pertinent standards
• Continuously update and improve privacy policies and procedures to ensure compliance with evolving practices, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify and mitigate privacy risks across all business operations and functions, implementing proactive measures to safeguard sensitive information.
• Design and execute comprehensive privacy training programs and workshops for employees at all levels, fostering a robust culture of privacy awareness and best practices.
• Handle all aspects privacy incident response, ensuring timely and effective reporting, remediation, and communication with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including legal, IT, and business units, to proactively address privacy concerns, implement solutions, and promote cross-functional alignment on privacy matters.

Benefits

• 401k plan with employer match
• flexible paid time off
• holidays
• parental leaves
• life and disability insurance
• health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees