Privacy Analyst

Affinity; Regina; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Affinity is seeking a Privacy Analyst to join the Cybersecurity and Risk Management Branch. The role involves delivering expertise on privacy initiatives, conducting assessments, and ensuring compliance with privacy legislation. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in information security, incident response, and privacy-related processes.

Benefits

Referral bonuses up to $4,000/year

Opportunity to earn up to $50,000 for client referrals

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience with privacy-related initiatives and information security.
• Strong understanding of privacy legislation.
• Proven ability to conduct Privacy Impact Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and enforce information security policies.
• Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments and Privacy Maturity Model Assessments.
• Evaluate new threats and vulnerabilities.

Skills

Information Security Policy Interpretation

Threat Risk Assessments

Privacy Legislation Compliance

Incident Response

Security Assessment

Job description

Job Description:

On behalf of our public sector client, Affinity is seeking a Privacy Analyst. The successful candidate(s) will be a contributing member of the Cybersecurity and Risk Management Branch (the Branch) by delivering expertise to privacy-related initiatives as assigned by the Branch. The role is considered essential for the successful delivery of information systems and applications containing personal information.

Responsibilities:

• Providing interpretation and enforcement of the information security policy and standards;

• Providing information security education and awareness;

• Responding to information security incidents;

• Performing Threat Risk Assessments (TRAs) for IT-related business initiatives throughout GOS;

• Providing security assessment and overall security requirements oversight for IT-related solution and services procurements;

• Providing information security advice and guidance for business areas; and

• Evaluating new threats and vulnerabilities.

Deliverables:

• Conducting Privacy Impact Assessments;

• Performing Privacy Maturity Model Assessments, if/when requested;

• Guiding the Branch and its clients on privacy legislation and requirements;

• Supporting breach responses for incidents involving privacy;

• Conducting privacy focus groups and/or information sessions;

• Liaise with GOS’s Access and Privacy Officers to further strengthen maturity;

• Creating and reviewing privacy policies and procedures, if/when necessary;

• Preparing and delivering privacy training, if/when necessary; and

• Other privacy-related tasks as determined through engagement in future initiatives.

Affinity Earn:

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About Affinity:

Affinity Group is a technology and business consulting and services company. We believe in creating long term relationships between clients and consultants that foster a mutually beneficial partnership. Affinity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

For more information on Affinity, please visit www.affinity-group.ca

Job Number: 12305