Grant Thornton (US)
Privacy and Data Protection Senior Associate
Grant Thornton (US), New York, New York, us, 10261
Privacy and Data Protection Senior Associate
As a Cyber Privacy & Data Protection Senior Associate, you will grow and contribute to our clients' business needs by applying a collection of information and cybersecurity capabilities, including security and privacy, strategy, governance, IT risk, security testing, technology implementation/operations, cybercrime and breach response for the Cybersecurity & Privacy Practice – all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel.
Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities
Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.
Manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a growing, fast‑paced, results‑based team environment.
Communicate in an organized, knowledgeable manner in written and verbal means – delivering clear requests for information, developing responses to client requests, and communicating conflicts and risks.
Deep understanding of global privacy and data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, CPRA, CDPA, CPA, HIPAA, GLBA).
Apply current knowledge of privacy and data protection trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
Assist clients in planning and executing remediation plans identified in assessment activities.
Proactively interact with key client management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for improvements.
Collaborate with team members at all levels in the development and marketing of the privacy service offering.
Develop high‑quality deliverables through collaboration with clients and team members to address needs and demonstrate an understanding of clients’ business.
Other duties as assigned.
Technical Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field is required; a master’s is preferred.
Minimum 2 years of related work experience in a similar consulting practice or function servicing cross‑industry clients at a national level.
Obtained or active pursuit of one or more of the following certifications: CIPP, CIPT, CISSP, or other related certifications.
Experience working with leading privacy regulations to perform privacy assessments and support privacy program implementations.
Experience preparing reports and other deliverables that contain strategy, project, or technical analysis and findings in connection with consulting engagements, and communicating those results to the team and client.
Knowledge of privacy technology solutions and experience implementing and sustaining tools such as OneTrust, WireWheel, Securiti.ai, BigID is a plus.
Experience in project management and the ability to clearly communicate privacy and data protection issues verbally on both a formal and informal basis to all levels of client staff.
Exceptional client service and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
Demonstrates creative thinking and problem solving skills, and advanced knowledge of MS Office Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint.
Can travel as needed.
Salary Range Base salary range for this position in Bellevue, WA & New York City, NY: $112,300 – $168,500.
Base salary range for this position in San Francisco, CA: $119,600 – $179,400.
About Us At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. We offer a career path with more opportunity, flexibility, and support to help you thrive.
About the Team
Work flexibly with options for remote, flexible hours, and unlimited time off.
Support for overall well‑being through work‑life integration options.
Personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize all identities, roles, and aspirations.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion beyond compliance.
Next Steps If you are selected for an interview, a Grant Thornton team member will contact you to schedule a time.
We encourage you also to explore other roles that might fit your experience.
Benefits Details of our benefit offerings can be found at https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits.
Additional Details Grant Thornton promotes equal employment opportunities and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with a disability.
All personnel decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics.
For Los Angeles applicants, we comply with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative.
For Massachusetts applicants, we do not require lie detector tests.
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Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities
Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.
Manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a growing, fast‑paced, results‑based team environment.
Communicate in an organized, knowledgeable manner in written and verbal means – delivering clear requests for information, developing responses to client requests, and communicating conflicts and risks.
Deep understanding of global privacy and data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, CPRA, CDPA, CPA, HIPAA, GLBA).
Apply current knowledge of privacy and data protection trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
Assist clients in planning and executing remediation plans identified in assessment activities.
Proactively interact with key client management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for improvements.
Collaborate with team members at all levels in the development and marketing of the privacy service offering.
Develop high‑quality deliverables through collaboration with clients and team members to address needs and demonstrate an understanding of clients’ business.
Other duties as assigned.
Technical Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field is required; a master’s is preferred.
Minimum 2 years of related work experience in a similar consulting practice or function servicing cross‑industry clients at a national level.
Obtained or active pursuit of one or more of the following certifications: CIPP, CIPT, CISSP, or other related certifications.
Experience working with leading privacy regulations to perform privacy assessments and support privacy program implementations.
Experience preparing reports and other deliverables that contain strategy, project, or technical analysis and findings in connection with consulting engagements, and communicating those results to the team and client.
Knowledge of privacy technology solutions and experience implementing and sustaining tools such as OneTrust, WireWheel, Securiti.ai, BigID is a plus.
Experience in project management and the ability to clearly communicate privacy and data protection issues verbally on both a formal and informal basis to all levels of client staff.
Exceptional client service and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
Demonstrates creative thinking and problem solving skills, and advanced knowledge of MS Office Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint.
Can travel as needed.
Salary Range Base salary range for this position in Bellevue, WA & New York City, NY: $112,300 – $168,500.
Base salary range for this position in San Francisco, CA: $119,600 – $179,400.
About Us At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. We offer a career path with more opportunity, flexibility, and support to help you thrive.
About the Team
Work flexibly with options for remote, flexible hours, and unlimited time off.
Support for overall well‑being through work‑life integration options.
Personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize all identities, roles, and aspirations.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion beyond compliance.
Next Steps If you are selected for an interview, a Grant Thornton team member will contact you to schedule a time.
We encourage you also to explore other roles that might fit your experience.
Benefits Details of our benefit offerings can be found at https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits.
Additional Details Grant Thornton promotes equal employment opportunities and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with a disability.
All personnel decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics.
For Los Angeles applicants, we comply with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative.
For Massachusetts applicants, we do not require lie detector tests.
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