Job Title: Data Protection Officer (DPO) Responsibilities:
Compliance Oversight:
Ensure the organization’s compliance with the PDPL and other relevant data protection laws and regulations.
Monitor and enforce data protection policies and procedures.
2. Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs):
Conduct and oversee DPIAs to identify and mitigate risks associated with data processing activities.
3. Training and Awareness:
Educate and train employees on data protection principles and practices.
Promote a culture of data protection within the organization.
4. Data Subject Rights: Manage and respond to requests from individuals regarding their personal data rights, such as access, rectification, and deletion. 5. Incident Response:
Lead the response to data breaches and other data protection incidents.
Coordinate with relevant authorities and stakeholders during incidents.
6. Record Keeping:
Maintain records of data processing activities and ensure they are up-to-date and accurate.
7. Liaison:
Act as the point of contact between the organization and the Saudi Data & Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) or other supervisory authorities.
Communicate with data subjects and regulatory bodies regarding data protection issues.
8. Policy Development:
Develop and implement data protection policies and procedures.
Regularly review and update policies to ensure ongoing compliance.
9. Monitoring and Auditing:
Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with data protection laws and internal policies.
Monitor data processing activities and report on compliance status.
Requirements Qualifications: Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Law, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
Professional certifications in data protection (e.g., CIPP, CIPM) are preferred.
Experience:
Proven experience in data protection, privacy law, or a related field.
Familiarity with the Saudi PDPL and cybersecurity regulations.
Skills:
Strong understanding of data protection principles and practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.