Analyst, Privacy

Zelis; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 68,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer match

Flexible paid time off

Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision

Job summary

Zelis is seeking a Privacy Analyst in Atlanta, Georgia, to support its privacy program. The role entails triaging privacy incidents, compliance with HIPAA, and fostering privacy awareness across the organization.

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree in a related field, have at least two years of relevant experience, and demonstrate strong analytical and organizational skills. The position offers a competitive salary between $54,000.00 and $68,400.00, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in healthcare privacy, compliance, and privacy operations.
• Foundational knowledge of HIPAA and experience in privacy incidents.
• Effective time management and ability to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support compliance with HIPAA and other privacy regulations.
• Triage privacy incidents and document details appropriately.
• Assist in privacy training and awareness initiatives.

Skills

Healthcare privacy knowledge

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Paralegal Studies, or related field

At least two years of experience in healthcare privacy

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Privacy Analyst to support our organization’s enterprise privacy program, focusing on privacy incident triage and organization-wide privacy awareness campaigns. This role assists with daily privacy operations and compliance activities that promote a strong culture of privacy. The ideal candidate will have foundational knowledge of HIPAA, strong organizational and analytical skills, and experience supporting healthcare privacy operations.

What You’ll Do

• Support the organization’s compliance with HIPAA and other applicable privacy regulations
• Triage incoming privacy incidents, document details, and escalate appropriately based on established procedures
• Provide support on routine privacy investigations, including documentation and follow‑up activities
• Monitor and manage the Privacy Office inbox, ensuring timely responses and routing of inquiries
• Assist in privacy risk assessments and tracking remediation efforts
• Support the development and delivery of privacy training and awareness initiatives
• Collaborate with Compliance and other stakeholders on privacy communications, including newsletters, campaigns, and awareness activities
• Support the implementation and maintenance of privacy policies, procedures, and controls
• Assist with audits, regulatory inquiries, and reporting requirements
• Maintain accurate documentation related to incidents, training, and compliance activities

What You’ll Bring to Zelis

• A strong foundation in healthcare privacy, compliance, and privacy operations.
• A bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Paralegal Studies, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least two years of experience in healthcare privacy, compliance, or a related role.
• Foundational knowledge of HIPAA and experience supporting privacy incidents, investigations, training, or awareness activities.
• Strong organizational, analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage sensitive information responsibly.
• Attention to detail, effective time management, and the ability to prioritize competing tasks.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to support cross‑functional privacy initiatives across Zelis.
• A willingness to learn, grow, and continue developing within the privacy function.

Preferred Candidates May Also Bring

• Experience in a healthcare, payer, or health technology environment.
• Relevant privacy certifications or progress toward certification, such as CHPC, CHPS, or CIPP/US.
• Exposure to additional privacy laws and frameworks, such as CCPA.

We are unable to proceed with candidates who require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Location and Workplace Flexibility

Zelis is headquartered in the U.S., with multiple locations across the country and in Hyderabad, India. All employee work locations are based on the needs of the position and are determined by the Leadership team. In‑office work and activities vary based on work and team objectives in accordance with company policies. While location expectations vary by role, candidates within approximately 50 miles of a U.S. office are generally preferred to support collaboration when needed. Our hybrid approach is flexible, and in‑office presence is guided by team and business needs rather than a fixed weekly schedule.

Base Salary Range

$54,000.00 – $68,400.00

Benefits

Zelis’ full‑time associates are eligible for a highly competitive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with employer match, flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leaves, life and disability insurance, and health benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Zelis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications for the role.

Accessibility Support

We are dedicated to ensuring our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation with any part of the application and/or interview process, please email [e-mail].