Privacy & Data Governance Associate

BDO USA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA is seeking an Associate to join its Privacy & Data Protection practice in Chicago, focusing on privacy, data governance, and AI governance services. The role involves learning on the job, assisting with technical tasks, project management, and building experience across engagement teams.

Responsibilities include privacy assessments, data inventories, policy development, client reporting, and collaboration with teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, CS, Cybersecurity or Business Management required.
• MBA or JD preferred.
• Internships or professional experience in data management, technology, compliance, or business management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in privacy and AI governance maturity assessments and PIAs or AI risk assessments.
• Develops policies and procedures; manages project responsibilities.
• Assists with client reports, data inventories, and data maps.
• Uses tools like OneTrust to support privacy program operations.
• Documents findings, recommendations, and client interview notes.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Research skills

Organization

Multi-tasking

Relationship building

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology/CS/Cybersecurity/Business Management

MBA or JD

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

SharePoint

Visio

Job description

BDO USA is seeking an Associate to join its Privacy & Data Protection practice in Chicago, focusing on privacy, data governance, and AI governance services. The role involves learning on the job, assisting with technical tasks, project management, and building experience across engagement teams.

Responsibilities include privacy assessments, data inventories, policy development, client reporting, and collaboration with teams.