Data Privacy Counsel with Veritas Technologies LLC, Pune

Deadline Open Deadline

Location Pune, Maharashtra, India (Hybrid)

Salary The salary will be discussed with the candidate itself.

Details of the Organization

Veritas Technologies is a leader in multi-cloud data management. Over 80,000 customers—including 87% of the Fortune Global 500—rely on them to help ensure the protection, recoverability and compliance of their data. Veritas has a reputation for reliability at scale, which delivers the resilience its customers need against the disruptions threatened by cyberattacks, like ransomware.

Details of the Job/Internship

Veritas Technologies LLC is hiring for the following position: Data Privacy Counsel.

The Veritas Privacy Office provides comprehensive privacy oversight, advisory and risk management advice to internal stakeholders across the Global Veritas group of companies.

Reporting to the Head of Privacy, the Data Protection Counsel will support the ongoing delivery and maintenance of the Veritas privacy framework across the Veritas Group.

This is an ideal position for someone with a genuine interest in data protection and privacy, security, and technology.

Role and Responsibilities

Support the ongoing development, implementation, and documentation of the Veritas privacy framework in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Provide subject matter expertise and advice on data protection compliance obligations and privacy matters applicable to the Veritas Group.
Raise awareness and deliver training to stakeholders at all levels in the organisation to promote a positive data protection culture across the Veritas Group.
Take ownership of the internal Privacy Impact Assessment process as it applies to Veritas products, services and third parties on a day-to-day basis. Advise on optimal technical and organizational measures to protect and safeguard personal data in support of the concept of Privacy by Design.
Act as a point of contact for data incidents, support management of the same and escalating to the Head of Privacy for timely advice in relation to breach reporting requirements.
Maintain documentation to demonstrate compliance and/or accountability to meet regulatory obligations including but not limited to:
A record of processing activities and data flows
Registrations with regulators (where registration is required)
The transfer mechanism used for cross–border data flows (e.g., standard contractual clauses, EDPB recommendations) including records of the Group entities that have signed the Intra Group Data Transfer Agreement
Monitor compliance with internal policy and the obligations set out in the relevant laws and regulations, including but not limited to:
Supporting procurement as part of the supplier engagement process.
inclusion of appropriate data protection clauses in supplier contracts.
Support customer, commercial and procurement negotiations as they apply to privacy.
Assist in timely response to complaints and subject rights requests for adherence to statutory time limits/appropriate timescales.
completion of PIAs, and that data protection issues identified during PIAs/DPIAs are remediated /mitigation actions are closed.
data privacy incident/breach metrics (e.g. nature of breach, risk, root cause) and completion of remediation activities identified as part of investigation or post investigation review.
Conduct periodic checks of data protection compliance within the Veritas Group functions, identifying shortcomings, making recommendations for remediation and advising on risk.
Maintain ongoing and current knowledge of evolving global data protection and privacy laws.
To take on any other duties which are within the employee’s skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.
Deputize for the Head of Privacy where required.

Eligibility

Significant experience in privacy and data protection law in an international commercial environment (min of five years).
Demonstrable experience of managing privacy regulatory matters, compliance reviews and how it impacts business functions.
Understanding of the interrelationships between data protection, technology and security.
Former tech company experience- good understanding of product design, software development lifecycle, SaaS offerings and embedding privacy in technology platforms.
Experience of concurrently managing multiple internal stakeholders and complex projects to tight deadlines.
Ability to operate comfortably across multiple jurisdictions (Americas, EMEA & APJ).
Strong oral and written English communication skills and attention to detail with an ability to communicate in a confident and effective manner to all stakeholders.
Recognised privacy qualifications preferred.