Director, Data Privacy

Natera, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 171,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Natera, a leading company in genetic testing, seeks a Director of Data Privacy to oversee compliance initiatives regarding patient data and privacy laws. The role involves collaboration across departments to ensure best practices in data governance and privacy. Join a pioneering team dedicated to innovative healthcare solutions.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans

Free testing for employees and dependents

401k benefits

Generous employee referral program

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in healthcare/biotech focused on privacy.
• Advanced knowledge of HIPAA and Hitech regulations required.
• Data and AI governance experience required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert on privacy laws and regulations.
• Develop and maintain frameworks, policies, and procedures for AI.
• Conduct privacy risk assessments and manage incidents.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience

Certification in Healthcare Privacy (CHCP), CIPP, CIPT, ISEB

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Access

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to helping families and healthcare providers make more informed decisions. Through cutting-edge technology and a commitment to innovation, Natera offers genetic testing solutions that span reproductive health, oncology, and organ health. We are passionate about delivering accurate, actionable insights that improve patient outcomes and transform the way diseases are detected and managed.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Data Privacy role is an individual contributor position, which assists with and leads projects supporting overall Data Privacy initiatives, as directed by the Vice President of Data Privacy. This position is responsible for domestic and global initiatives concerning patient and consumer data, ensuring compliance with U.S. federal and state privacy laws regulations, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and other global data protection regulations. The Director of Data Privacy supports the daily operations of the Compliance/Privacy department related to privacy and data protection. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, special projects and assessments through data analysis, process improvement, auditing, report development, and policy maintenance. This position reports to the Vice President of Data Privacy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as a subject matter expert on privacy laws and regulations, including HIPAA Privacy, Security and Breach Notification Rules, CCPA/CPRA, GDPR and other domestic and international data protection laws
• Implement and maintain privacy controls to support compliance with applicable legal and
• regulatory requirements across commercialization and patient engagement activities
• Implement privacy controls for marketing, digital engagement, and patient assistance programs to ensure compliant data use practices
• Develop, implement, and maintain frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure the complaint, ethical and responsible use of AI across the organization
• Support continuous improvements to ensure operational efficiencies within the privacy function
• Collaborate with key internal stakeholders—including Legal, IT, and Business Operations—to review project and data sharing initiatives to ensure alignment with privacy and data governance standards
• Conduct privacy risk assessments and manage privacy-related incidents, providing expert guidance on mitigation strategies and regulatory response
• Monitor and communicate developments in local and global privacy laws, advising on their potential impact to business operations, especially within biotech and healthcare environments
• Develop, lead, and deliver innovative and engaging training programs on privacy, data sharing, and compliance topics across the organization
• Support the Privacy function’s leadership in implementing and monitoring compliance functions in accordance with OCR (Office for Civil Rights) guidance and internal policies
• Prepare clear, qualitative and quantitative analyses and reports for both routine and ad hoc privacy program needs
• Maintain and update peripheral databases, trackers, and reporting tools that support corporate privacy initiatives
• Effectively manage time and priorities to meet deadlines and support the broader Corporate Compliance Privacy Program

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the healthcare/biotech industry focused on privacy and data protection (prior clinical laboratory preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience required
• Advanced knowledge of HIPAA and Hitech regulations required
• Data and AI governance experience required
• Marketing and ad technology experience required
• Research/clinical trials experience a plus
• Certification in Healthcare Privacy (CHCP), CIPP, CIPT, ISEB preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Advanced knowledge of U.S. and global privacy laws and regulations (e.g., HIPAA, CCPA, GDPR)
• Ability to interact with all levels of organization
• Ability to deal with confidential information and/or issues using discretion and judgment
• Critical thinking with excellent research and analytical skills with ability to work cross-functionally
• Proficiency in identifying, assessing, and reporting compliance gaps and/or internal controls, articulating appropriate recommendations, monitoring and testing for compliance
• Clear, concise technical writing and presentation skills.
• Project management
• Keen attention to detail
• Advanced computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint

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The pay range is listed and actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

Austin, TX

$171,800 - $214,800 USD

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. Our aim is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that lead to longer, healthier lives.

The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory scientists, business professionals, software engineers and many other professionals from world-class institutions, who care deeply for our work and each other. When you join Natera, you’ll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry, you’ll be stretched and challenged, and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management.

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive Benefits - Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents. Additionally, Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits. Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter benefits and much more. We also offer a generous employee referral program!

Natera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.

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