Director, Digital Accessibility, Privacy & IT Compliance

Empire State University; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly

Flexible work options

Competitive benefits

Health insurance

Job summary

Empire State University seeks a Director of Digital Accessibility, Privacy, and IT Compliance to lead programs across non-instructional tech. You will promote inclusive design, data stewardship, and secure access while aligning with ADA, FERPA, and GDPR standards.

Collaboration with ITS leadership is essential for governance and risk management. The role requires strategic oversight of identity governance, access controls, and ongoing policy development to meet regulatory requirements and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master’s preferred for leadership roles.
• 2+ years in IT compliance, identity management, or accessibility leadership.
• Knowledge of FERPA, GLBA, HIPAA, ADA, Section 508, GDPR, NY SHIELD Act.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital accessibility, privacy, and IT compliance initiatives across non-instructional systems.
• Develop and implement governance for identity/access management and data privacy.
• Collaborate with ITS to embed compliance into technology governance and operations.
• Oversee audits, risk assessments, and remediation of compliance gaps.

Skills

IT compliance

Identity governance

Digital accessibility

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Empire State University seeks a Director of Digital Accessibility, Privacy, and IT Compliance to lead programs across non-instructional tech. You will promote inclusive design, data stewardship, and secure access while aligning with ADA, FERPA, and GDPR standards.

Collaboration with ITS leadership is essential for governance and risk management. The role requires strategic oversight of identity governance, access controls, and ongoing policy development to meet regulatory requirements and