Senior Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) Specialist

Akkodis group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkodis group is looking for a Senior Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) Specialist in Toronto, ON. The role involves leading privacy assessments, managing risks related to Personal Health Information (PHI), and ensuring compliance with public-sector policies. This position is critical for healthcare projects and ideal for a seasoned privacy professional.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in privacy and information management.
• Expertise in privacy risk management involving Personal Health Information (PHI).
• Strong understanding of policy development for privacy protection.

Responsibilities

• Lead privacy assessments and manage PHI risks.
• Provide expert guidance on compliance with IPC, GO-ITS.
• Work across ministries to apply privacy best practices.

Skills

Privacy Risk Management

Policy Development

Information Management

Compliance Guidance

Report Preparation

Job description

Our client is seeking a Senior Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) Specialist with deep expertise in privacy, risk management, and public-sector policy to support critical healthcare and information management initiatives.

Job Title:Senior Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) Specialist

Job Location: Toronto, ON/Hybrid

Job Description:

Must Haves:

· 10+ years of experience in privacy and information management

· Expertise in privacy risk management involving Personal Health Information (PHI)

· Strong understanding of policy development for privacy protection

· Proven ability to identify, assess, and respond to emerging privacy issues and trends

· Experience preparing comprehensive reports, briefings, and analyses on privacy matters

Role Overview:
You will lead privacy assessments, manage PHI risks, and provide expert guidance on compliance with IPC, GO-ITS, and broader public-sector policies. You’ll work across ministries and healthcare providers to apply privacy best practices, lead threat and risk analyses, and ensure alignment with government standards. Your strategic insight into IT, governance, and policy will support secure program design and implementation.

This is a high-impact role for a seasoned privacy professional with a strong public-sector background and a proactive approach to risk and compliance in health-related projects