Data Protection Officer (PII Compliance)

I’m helping Muhammad Amjad find a top candidate to join their team as a freelancer for the role of Data Protection Officer (PII Compliance).

You'll lead global PII compliance, safeguarding data privacy and mitigating risks across diverse data flows.

Compensation:

USD 40 - 70/hour

Location:

Remote (anywhere)

What makes you a strong candidate:

• You are Proficient in data Privacy, data protection, general Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and PII compliance
• English - Conversational.

Responsibilities and deliverables:

Role: Data Protection Officer (PII Compliance).

Location: Remote.

Rate: $40 – $70/hr.

Type: Contract.

Openings: 20.

Responsibilities:

• Lead implementation of PII compliance frameworks and data protection protocols.
• Analyze data flows to identify and mitigate privacy and re-identification risks.
• Develop and maintain data privacy policies and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on data governance and security practices.
• Deliver training and guidance on handling sensitive information.
• Act as the point of contact for data privacy incidents and investigations.
• Maintain records to support regulatory reporting and audits.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in PII compliance / data privacy roles.
• Strong knowledge of GDPR and global data protection standards.
• Experience in data management and risk mitigation strategies.
• Ability to identify non-obvious PII and structural identifiability risks.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to balance data utility versus compliance.

Bonus Points:

• Background in finance, healthcare, or corporate governance.
• Familiarity with international privacy regulations beyond GDPR.
• Certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, or similar.