Job Details

Data Protection and Privacy Analyst

Location: Anywhere in Country

Overview

At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help build a better working world.

Ethics, Compliance, and Risk Management (ECRM) supports our people in managing the risks that arise during our daily working lives. We work closely with all parts of the organization to identify, manage and monitor risk, providing coordinated advice and assistance on independence, conflicts, compliance, regulatory, policy, security issues, as well as dealing with claims and any queries regarding ethics.

The Opportunity

We are operating in an increasingly connected world that is changing how to manage risk. With fast‑paced technology advancements, new innovations within emerging technologies, and an ever‑challenging regulatory environment, it is business critical for our organization to identify not only the risks but the opportunities these present to us. As a Data Protection & Privacy Analyst, you will help the Data Protection team make educated, thoughtful decisions on Risk Management. Our brand depends on it. It's all part of our long‑term commitment to building a better working world and, in return, you can expect plenty of opportunities to take on new responsibilities and develop your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate compliance with applicable legal and regulatory and EY policy requirements, including updating and maintaining an inventory of data, processing activities, applications, and suppliers across EY's business activities.
• Assist in responding to data subject rights (DSR) and internal data access requests.
• Manage and document activities around data incidents (e.g., loss, theft, or inappropriate disclosure of confidential/personal information).
• Support metrics analysis and reporting to keep stakeholders informed of key Data Protection trends.
• Track new and/or revised applicable data protection laws, regulations, and standards (e.g., CPRA, VCDPA, HIPAA).
• Assist with tracking and conducting data protection due diligence reviews of processes, systems/technologies, suppliers, and M&A targets.
• Review and assist with addressing inquiries from business teams, coordinating appropriate responses based on documented procedures.
• Support engagement and account risk monitoring and mitigation efforts.
• Monitor and assess program controls.
• Maintain and expand current knowledge of the field of expertise, communicating new developments and resulting impact to stakeholders and team members.
• Develop relationships across teams/functions within the organization.
• Participate in other ad‑hoc Data Protection & Privacy projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong research and project management skills.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to be flexible and take initiative.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to successfully handle multiple tasks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; technology savvy.
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 1–3+ years related experience.

Preferred

• Ability to perform initial reviews of submissions from client teams and evaluate completeness, accuracy, and appropriateness of proposed transaction or requests.

What We Look For

We're looking for individuals with strong problem‑solving skills who aren't afraid to take initiative, and an enthusiasm for capturing and analysing data. If you're great at communicating with people in a fast‑paced environment, this is a great place to develop all the skills that will progress your career.

Benefits & Compensation

• Comprehensive compensation and benefits package, with base salary ranges: $40,900–$74,200 for all U.S. locations; $49,100–$84,400 for New York City Metro Area, Washington State, and California (excluding Sacramento). Salaries within those ranges determined by various factors.
• Medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Hybrid model: most external, client‑serving roles work together in person 40–60% of the time.
• Flexible vacation policy: customize vacation time based on personal circumstances; additional time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence.

How to Apply

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

Equal Opportunity Statement

EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.

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