Privacy Analyst

Savan Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Privacy Analyst to enhance its privacy compliance programs. This role involves preparing essential documentation, conducting thorough privacy analyses, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure adherence to federal privacy laws. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in privacy compliance, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. Join a team committed to fostering a culture of privacy and compliance while making a significant impact on the organization's mission.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience supporting federal privacy programs.
• Knowledge of federal privacy laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review privacy compliance documentation.
• Conduct privacy analysis on information systems.

Skills

Privacy Compliance

Risk Analysis

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Advanced Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Savan is seeking a Privacy Analyst to support the Department of Commerce (DOC) in implementing and maintaining privacy compliance programs across DOC's mission areas. The Privacy Analyst will assist in the preparation and review of privacy documentation, including Privacy Threshold Analyses (PTAs), Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), Systems of Records Notices (SORNs), and related artifacts per the Privacy Act of 1974, E-Government Act of 2002, FISMA, and DOC internal privacy policies. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting federal privacy programs, analyzing information systems for privacy risks, and communicating privacy compliance strategies to diverse stakeholders.
Role Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and update privacy compliance documentation, including PTAs, PIAs, SORNs, Information Sharing Agreements (ISAs), and Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) assessments.

• Conduct privacy analysis on information systems, programs, and initiatives to identify risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.

• Collaborate with DOC program managers, system owners, and IT personnel to ensure compliance with applicable privacy laws, regulations, and DOC policies.

• Track and monitor privacy compliance activities, including renewals and updates for PTAs, PIAs, and SORNs, ensuring timely submissions.

• Serve as a liaison between DOC program officials and the Office of Privacy and Open Government (OPOG) or Bureau of Privacy Offices.

• Provide support for Privacy Impact Assessment and System of Records Notice lifecycles, including initial development, revision, renewal, and review processes.

• Analyze survey instruments and data collections for compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act and privacy requirements.

• Participate in privacy risk assessments, data protection reviews, and initiatives to implement Privacy by Design principles.

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of privacy-related standard operating procedures, templates, and internal guidance documents.

• Stay abreast of emerging federal privacy policy changes and best practices and support updates to DOC privacy frameworks as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

• Minimum 2 years of experience supporting federal privacy programs.

• Knowledge of the Privacy Act of 1974, E-Government Act of 2002, FISMA, and related privacy and cybersecurity regulations.

• Experience developing and updating PTAs, PIAs, SORNs, and other privacy compliance documentation.

• Familiarity with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) process and information collection review.

• Ability to communicate complex privacy requirements effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple privacy projects with competing deadlines.

• U.S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/G, CIPP/US) certification.

• Experience supporting privacy programs at the Department of Commerce or its bureaus.

• Understanding of Privacy by Design and privacy risk management frameworks (e.g., NIST Privacy Framework).

• Experience with privacy case management systems or document tracking tools.

• Familiarity with DOC’s IT and data environment, including cloud and data sharing platforms.

Work Location and Schedule
On-site/ Hybrid (Washington, DC)

Application Process
Submit your application to the link on this page.Applicants selected for interviews will be notified by email or phone.

Compensation
Savan believes in offering fair and competitive compensation to all employees. Our salary structures are based on industry standards, market conditions, and the specific demands of each role. Salary determination for potential new employees is influenced by a combination of factors, including years of experience, educational qualifications, specialized skills and expertise relevant to the job, complexity, and scope of the role's responsibilities, internal salary structures, as well as the geographic location of the job. Salary history will not be used in compensation decisions

Compensation Range:$70,000.00-$80,000.00

EOE, including disability and veterans.
Savan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a workplace free of discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, and sexual orientation, national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request reasonable accommodation for the employment process, please email your request [e-mail] more information about our company, please visit our website at www.savangroup.com