Privacy and Data Protection Manager

1Password; Remote; CAD 96,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital security firm is hiring a Privacy and Data Protection Program Manager. This role focuses on supporting the firm's global privacy programs and ensuring compliance with laws like GDPR and CCPA. The ideal candidate will engage closely with cross-functional teams to implement effective data protection practices, demonstrating strong legal knowledge and excellent communication skills. This is a remote opportunity within Canada, offering a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Health benefits

Generous paid time off

Equity grant

Retirement matching program

Paid volunteer days

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in a legal, compliance, privacy role.
• Experience with GDPR, PIPEDA, CCPA regulatory frameworks.
• Strong understanding of data protection technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support privacy-related legal research and compliance monitoring.
• Assist in preparing data breach notifications.
• Review vendor privacy practices for compliance.

Skills

Legal research

Privacy management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Legal Studies

Juris Doctor preferred

Tools

Privacy management tools

Job description

1Password is growing faster than ever. We’ve surpassed $400M in ARR and we’re continuing to accelerate, earning a spot on the Forbes Cloud 100 for four years in a row and teaming up with iconic partners like Oracle Red Bull Racing and the Utah Mammoth.

About 1Password

At 1Password, we’re building the foundation for a safe, productive digital future. Our mission is to unleash employee productivity without compromising security by ensuring every identity is authentic, every application sign‑in is secure, and every device is trusted. We innovated the market‑leading enterprise password manager and pioneered Extended Access Management, a new cybersecurity category built for the way people and AI agents work today. As one of the most loved brands in cybersecurity, we take a human‑centric approach in everything from product strategy to user experience. Over 180,000 businesses, from Fortune 100 leaders to the world’s most innovative AI companies, trust 1Password to help their teams securely adopt the SaaS and AI tools they need to do their best work.

If you’re excited about the opportunity to contribute to the digital safety of millions, to work alongside a team of curious, driven individuals, and to solve hard problems in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment, then we want to hear from you. Come join us and help shape a safer, simpler digital future.

As the Privacy and Data Protection Program Manager you will be responsible for supporting the company’s global privacy and data protection programs. This role will ensure that 1Password complies with international, federal, and local data protection regulations, including the GDPR, PIPEDA, CCPA, and other relevant data privacy laws. The ideal candidate will be adept at legal research, compliance monitoring, and providing guidance on privacy‑related matters. They will work closely with various internal teams, such as IT, HR, Marketing, and Operations, to implement and maintain effective data protection practices.

This role reports to the Senior Director of Privacy.

This is a remote opportunity within Canada and the US.

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Legal Studies, or a related field; Juris Doctor from an accredited law school preferred.
• Experience working with privacy regulations such as GDPR, PIPEDA, CCPA/CPRA, and other regional or industry‑specific privacy laws.
• 2–5 years of experience in a legal, compliance, privacy role, preferably in a company serving customers globally.
• Experience conducting privacy impact assessments, audits, or compliance monitoring.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non‑legal stakeholders.
• Problem‑solving mindset and ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively within cross‑functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.

• Proficiency in legal research and privacy management tools.
• Strong understanding of data protection technologies and information security principles (e.g. encryption, pseudonymization, access controls).
• Familiarity with IT systems, databases, and data flow mapping.

• Ability to work with international teams and understand cross‑border data transfer rules.
• Work experience in Privacy, Data Protection, Compliance, or a related field for a team.
• Privacy certification (e.g. Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/C, CIPP/US or CIPP/EU)).

What you can expect

Legal Research & Analysis

• Support research efforts on privacy‑related legal developments, regulatory changes, and enforcement trends.
• Help analyze how changes in privacy laws may affect 1Password’s business operations.
• Collaborate with the commercial legal team in drafting and reviewing privacy‑related agreements, including data processing agreements (DPAs) and vendor contracts.
• Monitor updates in data privacy laws and regulations and share insights with internal teams.
• Assist in developing and implementing internal privacy policies and procedures that align with legal requirements and industry standards.

Incident Management

• Help maintain accurate records of incidents and support compliance with the 1Password’s incident response plan.
• Assist in preparing data breach notifications for regulatory authorities and impacted individuals, as required.

Vendor Management

• Review and assess third‑party service providers’ privacy practices to ensure alignment with the 1Password’s data protection standards.
• Advise on due diligence processes for onboarding new vendors, partners or customers, ensuring compliance with contractual and legal obligations.
• Support the management and organization of vendor data processing agreements and related documents.

USA‑based roles only

The annual base salary for this role is between $113,000 USD and $153,000 USD, plus immediate participation in 1Password’s benefits program (health, dental, 401k and many others), utilization of our generous paid time off, an equity grant and, where applicable, participation in our incentive programs.

Canada‑based roles only

The annual base salary for this role is between $96,000 CAD and $130,000 CAD, plus immediate participation in 1Password’s generous benefits program (health, dental, RRSP and many others), utilization of our generous paid time off, an equity grant and, where applicable, participation in our incentive programs.

At 1Password, we approach each individual’s compensation with a promise of fair market value and internal equity commensurate with experience and specific skill set.

Our culture

At 1Password, we prioritize collaboration, clear and transparent communication, receptiveness to feedback, and alignment with our core values: keep it simple, lead with honesty, and put people first.

You’ll be part of a team that challenges the status‑quo, and is excited to experiment and iterate in search of the best solution. That said, 1Password is not for everyone. Our work is demanding, we strive for excellence, and the pace is fast. We need people who are keen to take on challenging problems, who seek feedback to grow, and who are driven to make an impact. If you’re looking for a place where you can settle into a comfortable routine, this might not be the right fit for you. We’re looking for individuals who are proven experts in their fields, as well as those who are highly adaptable, can thrive in ambiguity and through change, are curious, and above all deliver results.

We are committed to leveraging cutting‑edge technology—including AI—to achieve our mission. We also understand that thinking critically about AI in its current forms will help us create better solutions for our customers and ourselves with its future forms, which will help us continue to close the gap between security and privacy and achieve our mission. We want team members at all levels to take the approach of actively learning AI best practices, identifying opportunities to apply AI in meaningful ways, and driving innovative solutions in their daily work. Embracing the future of AI isn’t just encouraged at 1Password—it’s an essential part of how we will be successful at 1Password.

Our approach to remote work

We believe in the power of remote work, but recognize that in‑person connection is important to help us achieve our mission. While we are a remote‑first company, travel for in‑person engagement is a part of almost all roles, and we require our employees to be ready and willing to take part. Frequency will depend on role and responsibilities, and may include, but is not limited to: annual department‑wide offsites, team meetings, and customer/industry events.

What we offer

Health and wellbeing

• 👶 Maternity and parental leave top‑up programs
• 🩺 Competitive health benefits
• 🏝 Generous PTO policy

Growth and future

• 📈 RSU program for most employees
• 💸 Retirement matching program
• 🔑 Free 1Password account

Community

• 🤝 Paid volunteer days
• 🏆 Peer‑to‑peer recognition through Bonusly
• 🌎 Remote‑first work environment

*Some roles in our GTM team are currently being hired for in‑person hybrid work in Toronto and Austin. These roles will specify on the posting.

You belong here

1Password is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that is built on trust, support and respect. We welcome all individuals and do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity and expression, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, colour, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, sex, citizenship, education, languages spoken or veteran status. Be yourself, find your people and share the things you love.

Accommodation is available upon request at any point during our recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please speak to your talent acquisition partner or email us at [e-mail] and we’ll work to meet your needs.

Remote work is a part of our DNA. Given that our company was founded remotely in 2005, we can safely say we’re experts at building remote culture. That said, remote work at 1Password does mean working from your home country. If you’ve got questions or concerns about this, your talent partner would be happy to address them with you.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a background check that may consist of prior employment verification, reference checks, education confirmation, criminal background, publicly available social media, credit history, or other information, as permitted by local law.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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