TikTok
Overview
Be among the first 25 applicants for the role of Technical Privacy Investigator. This role is part of TikTok's Privacy and Data Protection Office (PDPO), which leads and empowers privacy work across the company, consulting to implement safeguards and mitigations to protect user privacy across TikTok's products and platforms.
About the role Position Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Technical Privacy Investigator. In this role, you will conduct thorough investigations and assessments to ensure compliance with privacy regulations and policies. You will leverage technical expertise to analyze data, identify privacy risks, and recommend remedial actions. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of privacy laws, data protection practices, and a passion for maintaining data privacy and security.
Responsibilities
Conduct Privacy Investigations: Investigate and analyze privacy incidents, breaches, and complaints to identify root causes, assess impact, and determine remedial actions.
Data Analysis: Utilize technical skills and tools to analyze large datasets, logs, and system configurations to identify privacy vulnerabilities, patterns, and anomalies.
Privacy Risk Assessment: Assess privacy risks associated with systems, applications, processes, and technologies and identify mitigation strategies.
Compliance Monitoring: Monitor and audit systems, databases, and processes to ensure compliance with privacy regulations, policies, and best practices.
Privacy Training and Awareness: Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on privacy principles, regulations, and best practices.
Privacy Policy and Procedure Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement privacy policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure adherence to privacy laws and regulations.
Incident Response: Lead and coordinate incident response activities related to privacy breaches, including containment, investigation, notification, and recovery.
Privacy Impact Assessments: Conduct privacy impact assessments for new systems, technologies, and processes to identify potential privacy risks and recommend controls.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with legal, IT, compliance, and business teams to provide guidance on privacy matters and ensure alignment with privacy requirements.
Stay Updated on Privacy Regulations: Keep abreast of evolving privacy laws, regulations, and best practices to ensure ongoing compliance.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of privacy laws and regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, and other relevant privacy frameworks.
Experience in conducting privacy investigations and risk assessments, preferably in a technical or IT-related field.
Proficiency in data analysis tools, programming languages (e.g., Python or R), and data visualization techniques.
Familiarity with network protocols, system architecture, and database structures.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of incident response frameworks and methodologies.
Understanding of privacy by design principles and techniques.
Certifications such as CIPP or CISSP are highly desirable.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
About TikTok TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. Our global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, with offices worldwide.
Why Join Us We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and impact, embracing challenges and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset to achieve meaningful breakthroughs for our company and users. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and diverse perspectives. We celebrate diverse voices and aim to reflect the communities we reach.
TikTok Accommodation TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs, or other protected reasons. If you need assistance, please reach out to us at the provided accommodation request contact.
Job Information For Pay Transparency: Base salary range for this position in the selected city is $147,200 – $269,800 annually. Compensation may vary based on qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. Base pay may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and restricted stock units. Benefits vary by location and may include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid parental leave, disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, holidays, sick days, and paid personal time. The company reserves the right to modify these programs.
LA County specific: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. The role may involve interacting with clients and handling confidential information with sound judgment.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Software Development and Technology
Information and Internet
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About the role Position Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Technical Privacy Investigator. In this role, you will conduct thorough investigations and assessments to ensure compliance with privacy regulations and policies. You will leverage technical expertise to analyze data, identify privacy risks, and recommend remedial actions. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of privacy laws, data protection practices, and a passion for maintaining data privacy and security.
Responsibilities
Conduct Privacy Investigations: Investigate and analyze privacy incidents, breaches, and complaints to identify root causes, assess impact, and determine remedial actions.
Data Analysis: Utilize technical skills and tools to analyze large datasets, logs, and system configurations to identify privacy vulnerabilities, patterns, and anomalies.
Privacy Risk Assessment: Assess privacy risks associated with systems, applications, processes, and technologies and identify mitigation strategies.
Compliance Monitoring: Monitor and audit systems, databases, and processes to ensure compliance with privacy regulations, policies, and best practices.
Privacy Training and Awareness: Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on privacy principles, regulations, and best practices.
Privacy Policy and Procedure Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement privacy policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure adherence to privacy laws and regulations.
Incident Response: Lead and coordinate incident response activities related to privacy breaches, including containment, investigation, notification, and recovery.
Privacy Impact Assessments: Conduct privacy impact assessments for new systems, technologies, and processes to identify potential privacy risks and recommend controls.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with legal, IT, compliance, and business teams to provide guidance on privacy matters and ensure alignment with privacy requirements.
Stay Updated on Privacy Regulations: Keep abreast of evolving privacy laws, regulations, and best practices to ensure ongoing compliance.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of privacy laws and regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, and other relevant privacy frameworks.
Experience in conducting privacy investigations and risk assessments, preferably in a technical or IT-related field.
Proficiency in data analysis tools, programming languages (e.g., Python or R), and data visualization techniques.
Familiarity with network protocols, system architecture, and database structures.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of incident response frameworks and methodologies.
Understanding of privacy by design principles and techniques.
Certifications such as CIPP or CISSP are highly desirable.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
About TikTok TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. Our global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, with offices worldwide.
Why Join Us We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and impact, embracing challenges and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset to achieve meaningful breakthroughs for our company and users. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and diverse perspectives. We celebrate diverse voices and aim to reflect the communities we reach.
TikTok Accommodation TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs, or other protected reasons. If you need assistance, please reach out to us at the provided accommodation request contact.
Job Information For Pay Transparency: Base salary range for this position in the selected city is $147,200 – $269,800 annually. Compensation may vary based on qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. Base pay may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and restricted stock units. Benefits vary by location and may include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid parental leave, disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, holidays, sick days, and paid personal time. The company reserves the right to modify these programs.
LA County specific: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. The role may involve interacting with clients and handling confidential information with sound judgment.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Software Development and Technology
Information and Internet
#J-18808-Ljbffr