Data Privacy Specialist Jobs
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Job Summary:
The Privacy & Data Protection Intern will learn about the basics of privacy and data protection risks, will be engaged to assist with client projects, and internal initiatives. The Intern will work alongside other experienced professionals where they will conduct data privacy, data governance, or AI governance assessments, develop policies and procedures, implement privacy technology, and support other managed service projects. The individual in this role will be involved with operationalizing client processes, policies, and controls.
Job Duties:
- Assists with conducting privacy maturity assessments based on privacy regulations or frameworks
- Assists with conducting Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) of client systems, vendors, or processing activities
- Assists with managed service client tasks
- Documents client meetings to socialize with the team following the meeting
- Supports individual project tasks related to privacy projects
- Assists the team with developing client reports, including findings and recommendations
- Assists with developing project deliverables
- Collects information for privacy processing registers and data inventories
- Conducts research for client projects to ensure that they receive the most up to date solutions available on the market
- Budgets time and assists with multiple project requests simultaneously, as well as the ability to monitor project tasks and risks
- Travel required as necessary
- Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- N/A
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Education:
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Engineering, Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or Business Management, required
- Enrolled in an MBA or JD program, preferred
Experience:
- Leadership experience, preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
- N/A
Software:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint, required
- Adobe Acrobat, preferred
- Microsoft SharePoint, preferred
- Knowledge of Microsoft Visio, preferred
Language:
- N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm
- Able to build and maintain strong relationships with internal team members and clients
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical and research skills related to the retrieval and organization of high volumes of information
- Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
- Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
Illinois Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Minnesota Range: $32.00/hr - $36.00/hr
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Ohio Range: $33.00/hr - $37.00/hr
Washington DC Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.
Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.
BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.
We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.
Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits. Click here to find out more !
*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
Click here to find out more !
Job Summary:
The Privacy & Data Protection Intern will learn about the basics of privacy and data protection risks, will be engaged to assist with client projects, and internal initiatives. The Intern will work alongside other experienced professionals where they will conduct data privacy, data governance, or AI governance assessments, develop policies and procedures, implement privacy technology, and support other managed service projects. The individual in this role will be involved with operationalizing client processes, policies, and controls.
Job Duties:
- Assists with conducting privacy maturity assessments based on privacy regulations or frameworks
- Assists with conducting Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) of client systems, vendors, or processing activities
- Assists with managed service client tasks
- Documents client meetings to socialize with the team following the meeting
- Supports individual project tasks related to privacy projects
- Assists the team with developing client reports, including findings and recommendations
- Assists with developing project deliverables
- Collects information for privacy processing registers and data inventories
- Conducts research for client projects to ensure that they receive the most up to date solutions available on the market
- Budgets time and assists with multiple project requests simultaneously, as well as the ability to monitor project tasks and risks
- Travel required as necessary
- Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- N/A
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Education:
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Engineering, Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or Business Management, required
- Enrolled in an MBA or JD program, preferred
Experience:
- Leadership experience, preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
- N/A
Software:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint, required
- Adobe Acrobat, preferred
- Microsoft SharePoint, preferred
- Knowledge of Microsoft Visio, preferred
Language:
- N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm
- Able to build and maintain strong relationships with internal team members and clients
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical and research skills related to the retrieval and organization of high volumes of information
- Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
- Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
Illinois Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Minnesota Range: $32.00/hr - $36.00/hr
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Ohio Range: $33.00/hr - $37.00/hr
Washington DC Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.
Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.
BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.
We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.
Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits. Click here to find out more !
*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
Click here to find out more !
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Law & Legal Services
- Technology & Software
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Insurance
- Telecommunications
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in data privacy specialist jobs.
- Knowledge of GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA regulatory requirements and compliance obligations
- Experience conducting privacy impact assessments and data mapping exercises
- CIPP, CIPM, or equivalent IAPP certification preferred or required
- Ability to develop and maintain privacy policies, notices, and internal procedures
- Familiarity with OneTrust, TrustArc, or similar privacy management platforms
- Bachelor's degree in law, information systems, cybersecurity, or a related field
Tips for Your Data Privacy Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to privacy frameworks
Employers scan for specific frameworks like GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA before reading anything else. Name the regulation, your exact role in implementing or auditing it, and the outcome, rather than listing 'privacy compliance' as a single bullet.
Certify before competing for senior roles
CIPP, CIPM, or CIPT credentials from the IAPP signal to hiring managers that your privacy knowledge is current and tested. Many mid-level and senior postings treat at least one of these as a screening requirement, not a nice-to-have.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists data privacy specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by regulatory scope
Filter job descriptions by the specific laws they mention. A role focused on California consumer rights requires different expertise than one built around federal healthcare data rules, so matching your background to the regulation saves time and sharpens your application.
Prepare a privacy incident case study
Interviewers at the final round routinely ask how you handled a breach, a regulator inquiry, or a failed data mapping exercise. Have a concrete, structured example ready that covers what happened, what you did, and what changed afterward.
Negotiate using scope, not just title
Privacy roles vary widely in whether you own policy, advise on it, or enforce it. Before accepting an offer, confirm whether you have authority to reject vendor contracts, escalate to the board, and set data retention schedules, because scope determines your career trajectory.
Data Privacy Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most data privacy specialists?
The most active employers for data privacy specialists right now are The Hartford, Trulioo, and Deloitte, and the most openings are in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring activity tends to concentrate in financial services, healthcare systems, and large technology companies with complex data handling obligations.
How many data privacy specialist jobs are remote?
About 75% of data privacy specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the advisory and policy-focused nature of much of the work. Roles centered on privacy program management and regulatory compliance tend to offer the most location flexibility, while positions that require hands-on coordination with IT security or legal teams are more often based on-site.
How do you become a data privacy specialist?
Start with a degree in law, information systems, cybersecurity, or a related field, then build exposure to data handling through roles in compliance, IT, or legal operations. Pursue an IAPP certification such as the CIPP to formalize your regulatory knowledge. From there, seek positions that give you direct responsibility for privacy impact assessments, policy drafting, or vendor data reviews, because hands-on program ownership is what hiring managers look for most.
Can I get hired as a data privacy specialist with little experience?
Entry-level positions do exist, particularly at organizations building out their privacy programs for the first time. Employers at this level typically value a relevant certification, demonstrated knowledge of GDPR or CCPA mechanics, and any prior work touching data governance, records management, or legal compliance. Framing internships, coursework projects, or volunteer work that involved handling personal data can help bridge the experience gap on your resume.
What does the data privacy specialist interview process look like?
Most hiring processes include an initial recruiter screen focused on regulatory knowledge and certification status, followed by a technical or case-based interview where you walk through how you would approach a data mapping exercise, a breach response, or a vendor assessment. A final panel interview with legal, security, or compliance stakeholders is common at mid-size and larger organizations, and written assessments or take-home policy drafting exercises appear at some companies.
Where can I find and apply to data privacy specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to data privacy specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing.
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