Global Head of Data Privacy Diagnostics

439q Siemens Healthineers AG; United States; On-site; USD 239,000 - 329,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Paid parking/public transportation

Paid time off

Paid sick and safe time

Job summary

Siemens Healthineers is seeking a Global Head of Data Privacy for Diagnostics (DX). This leadership role will define and drive a global privacy strategy, build a scalable governance framework, and lead a small, distributed team of privacy experts across regions.

You will advise executive leadership and shape privacy practices in AI, cloud, and data-driven product development. The role requires strong GDPR / HIPAA knowledge, extensive privacy risk management, and proven ability to operate across

Qualifications

• University degree in Law, Privacy, Information Technology Law, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or related field.
• Privacy certifications like IAPP CIPP/E or CIPM are desirable.
• Several years of hands-on experience in data privacy/compliance/regulatory leadership in healthcare or regulated industries.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the global Data Privacy strategy for Diagnostics.
• Build and evolve a scalable privacy organization and governance framework.
• Lead and develop a small, globally distributed team of privacy experts.
• Serve as trusted advisor to executive leadership on privacy requirements.

Skills

Data privacy

Privacy governance

Leadership

Regulatory leadership

AI governance

Education

Law

Privacy / IT law

Cybersecurity

Business administration

Job description

Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We encourage you to step beyond your comfort zone, offering resources and flexibility to foster your professional and personal growth, all while valuing your unique contributions. Join our global team as Global Head of Data Privacy for the Business Area Diagnostics (DX) of Siemens Healthineers. You will shape and lead a globally connected data privacy function, driving meaningful impact across an international healthcare business while building and developing a small team of experts.

Your tasks and responsibilities:

• Define and drive the global Data Privacy strategy for Diagnostics, enabling business growth, digital transformation, AI innovation, and responsible data use worldwide.
• Build and continuously evolve a scalable, risk-based privacy organization and governance framework across regions, functions, and business lines.
• Lead, coach, and develop a small globally distributed team, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and continuous growth.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, translating complex privacy requirements into pragmatic, business-enabling solutions.
• Drive privacy-by-design principles across AI, advanced analytics, cloud technologies, and product development, ensuring the ethical and responsible use of data.
• Oversee the global privacy management system, including policies, tools, controls, risk management, audits, incident response, performance metrics, and executive reporting.
• Partner closely with business, R&D, Legal, Compliance, Security, and Commercial teams to enable innovative business models and global data collaborations.
• Represent Siemens Healthineers DX in interactions with regulatory authorities, customers, and industry forums, shaping the dialogue on data privacy and emerging technologies.

Your qualifications and experience:

• You hold a university degree in Law, Privacy, Information Technology Law, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or a related field; additional privacy certifications such as IAPP CIPP/E or CIPM are highly desirable.
• You have several years of substantial hands‑on experience in data privacy, data protection, compliance, legal or related regulatory leadership functions within healthcare, medical technology, life sciences, pharma or other highly regulated industries.
• You have successfully led global privacy programs, governance frameworks, and distributed expert organizations across multiple jurisdictions, preferably in a senior leadership role such as Global Head of Privacy, Group DPO, or equivalent.
• You possess deep expertise in GDPR, UK GDPR, HIPAA, healthcare‑related data privacy requirements, international data protection regulations, and emerging AI governance frameworks.
• You bring extensive experience in privacy risk management, incident response, audits, DPIAs, and regulatory interactions with supervisory authorities worldwide.
• You have strong knowledge of Privacy by Design principles and experience supporting data‑driven products, advanced analytics, and AI‑enabled solutions.

Your attributes and skills:

• You thrive in environments where not everything is predefined and enjoy building structures, organizations, and sustainable solutions from the ground up.
• You combine strategic vision with a hands‑on mindset and enjoy translating complex regulatory requirements into practical, business‑oriented solutions.
• You are an inspiring leader with a proven track record of building and developing teams, navigating change, and bringing people together across functions, regions, and cultures.
• You act as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders and demonstrate outstanding communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills in an international environment.
• You demonstrate high integrity, sound judgment, and independence when addressing sensitive regulatory, ethical, and compliance‑related matters.
• You are fluent in English and excel in navigating complex global stakeholder landscapes with confidence, credibility, and diplomacy.

Who we are:

We are a team of more than 72,000 highly dedicated Healthineers in more than 70 countries. As a leader in medical technology, we constantly push the boundaries to create better outcomes and experiences for patients, no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio is crucial for clinical decision‑making and treatment pathways.

How we work:

When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become one in a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists, who believe in each individual’s potential to contribute with diverse ideas. We are from different backgrounds, cultures, religions, political and/or sexual orientations, and work together, to fight the world’s most threatening diseases and enable access to care, united by one purpose: to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare.

Base pay range:

The base pay range for this position is: $238,910 - $328,504. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. If this is a commission eligible position the commission eligibility will be in accordance with the terms of the Company's plan. Commissions are based on individual performance and/or company performance.

Benefits:

• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• life insurance
• long-term insurance
• short-term disability insurance
• paid parking/public transportation
• paid time off
• paid sick and safe time

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Siemens Healthineers is an Equal Opportunity and Affmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law. EEO is the Law: Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

Export Control:

Export Control: “A successful candidate must be able to work with controlled technology in accordance with US export control law.” “It is Siemens Healthineers’ policy to comply fully and completely with all United States export control laws and regulations, including those implemented by the Department of Commerce through the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), by the Department of State through the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and by the Treasury Department through the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions regulations.”

Data Privacy:

Data Privacy: We care about your data privacy and take compliance with GDPR as well as other data protection legislation seriously. For this reason, we ask you not to send us your CV or resume by email.