Regulatory Intelligence & Implementation Specialist - Global Security Organization - Security Solutions & Delivery

TikTok; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

TikTok seeks a Regulatory Intelligence & Implementation Senior Specialist within the Global Security Organization to translate complex US, EU, and global regulatory requirements into actionable security controls. You will manage a program portfolio including USDS joint venture compliance, data sovereignty, and cross‑functional security initiatives.

You will collaborate across Legal, Privacy, Engineering, and Product teams to ensure timely, auditable compliance, while building scalable processes

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in translating regulatory requirements into operational security controls — not just compliance reporting, but actual implementation.
• Strong working knowledge of US and EU regulatory frameworks relevant to technology companies: GDPR, DSA, OSA, CCPA, and data sovereignty requirements.
• Experience interfacing with government oversight, auditors, or regulatory bodies.
• Cross‑functional program management experience spanning Legal, Privacy, Engineering, and Product teams.
• Experience establishing metrics, reporting cadences, and strategic visibility mechanisms for compliance programs.
• Excellent ability to brief senior leadership on regulatory matters.

Responsibilities

• Translate legal and regulatory requirements into concrete security control implications for the global security organization.
• Build and maintain a regulatory roadmap mapping deadlines to security implementation.
• Bridge regulatory requirements and internal controls using industry frameworks (ISO, NIST, SOC 2).
• Lead gap assessments comparing current controls against new/regulatory requirements.
• Partner with European Privacy teams to operationalize GDPR and other EU requirements.

Skills

Regulatory translation

Program management

Regulatory frameworks

Leadership briefings

Regulatory metrics

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Regulatory compliance experience

Tools

IAM governance

Job description

Regulatory Intelligence & Implementation Specialist - Global Security Organization - Security Solutions & Delivery

Location:

San Jose

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Code:

A154199A

Responsibilities

The Security Services and Delivery (SSD) team turns security requirements into practical, auditable outcomes that help the business move faster and reduce risk. We support revenue through Customer Assurance, sustain critical third‑party integrations through Partner Compliance, translate evolving regulatory requirements into action through Regulatory Intelligence, and drive systemic fixes to security risks through Security Remediation. Our Organizational Excellence pillar supports the wider Global Security Organization with the finance, coordination, and operational foundations it needs to run effectively. You will work where security meets the commercial side of the business, on outcomes that show up quickly: faster deals, stronger partner continuity, and greater trust with customers and partners. The mission of TikTok's Global Security Organization is to build and earn trust by reducing risk and securing our businesses and products. Also known as "GSO", this team is the foundation of our efforts to keep TikTok safe, secure, and operating at scale for over 1 billion people around the world. We work to ensure that the TikTok platform is safe and secure, that our users' experience and their data remains safe from external or internal threats, and that we comply with global regulations wherever TikTok operates. Trust is one of TikTok's biggest initiatives, and security is integral to our success. In whatever ways users interact with us — whether they're watching videos on their For You page, interacting with a Live video, or buying products on TikTok Shop — GSO protects their data and privacy, so they can have a secure and trustworthy experience. The GSO provides industry‑leading security and privacy services to company, guided by four principles: trust and transparency, business enablement, risk‑informed decision‑making, and proactive risk reduction. We strive to build sustainable, world‑class security capabilities. We are seeking a Regulatory Intelligence & Implementation Senior Specialist to drive the translation of complex US, EU, and global regulatory requirements into operational security controls. You will inherit and expand upon an established program portfolio that includes USDS joint venture compliance, data sovereignty, and cross‑functional security initiatives. This role sits at the intersection of regulatory compliance, security operations, and strategic program management. You will be the person who ensures that when new regulations emerge our security organization is not only aware but has a clear, operational plan to comply.

• Track and analyze emerging US, EU, and global regulatory developments (GDPR, US requirements, data sovereignty) to anticipate security obligations before they land
• Translate legal and regulatory requirements into concrete security control implications for the global security organization
• Build and maintain a regulatory roadmap that maps compliance deadlines to security implementation efforts
• Leverage industry frameworks (ISO, NIST, SOC 2) to bridge regulatory requirements and internal controls
• Lead gap assessments comparing current controls against new and evolving regulatory requirements and requests
• Partner with European Privacy teams to operationalize GDPR, and other EU requirements across security processes
• Serve as the primary Global Security liaison to USDS ,own the relationship and ensure alignment on joint venture compliance obligations
• Ensure USDS‑negotiated security commitments are reflected in internal controls, processes, and documentation
• Build scalable security processes that adapt to multiple regulatory frameworks without bespoke solutions for every new request
• Maintain a notification decision tree and escalation paths, know who needs to be notified, when, what evidence is required, and when service timelines slip
• Maintain a formal legal review checkpoint for regulatory interpretations before security teams act on them
• Establish regulatory compliance metrics that give regular, measurable visibility into posture and progress
• Maintain a regular reporting cadence to leadership and relevant committees through dashboards and reports
• Develop playbooks and SOPs that enable the broader security team to implement regulatory requirements consistently

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in translating regulatory requirements into operational security controls — not just compliance reporting, but actual implementation
• Strong working knowledge of US and EU regulatory frameworks relevant to technology companies: GDPR, DSA, OSA, CCPA, and data sovereignty requirements
• Experience working with or interfacing to government oversight entities, auditors, or regulatory bodies
• Proven track record of cross‑functional program management, driving initiatives that span Legal, Privacy, Engineering, and Product teams
• Experience establishing metrics, reporting cadences, and strategic visibility mechanisms for compliance programs
• Excellent ability to brief senior leadership on regulatory matters

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Public Policy, Information Security, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 5+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, security governance, or privacy programs — preferably in a technology company operating under complex regulatory oversight
• Direct experience with US or similar government‑negotiated data security arrangements
• Experience managing large‑scale compliance training programs (1,000+ learners)
• Familiarity with IAM governance programs, including User Access Reviews and access management strategy
• Industry certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, CISSP, or CISA(e.g., company‑wide offsites, training drives)

Job Information

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $111600 - $162000 annually.

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).

The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates

1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems;
3. Exercising sound judgment.

About TikTok

TikTok is the leading destination for short‑form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

Why Join Us

Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.

We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.

Diversity & Inclusion

TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.

TikTok Accommodation

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