Senior Director, Data Privacy – Technology

FTI Consulting

. Advise clients on, design, build, and support privacy programs, solution design, risk analysis, analytics, and automation .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeWashington • California • United StatesSenior💰 $154,500 - $239,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and managing global data protection and privacy strategies, with a strong understanding of privacy laws such as HIPAA, CCPA, and GDPR. Capable of leading complex privacy program engagements and providing actionable guidance on compliance and risk management.

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Data Privacy Program DevelopmentPrivacy Compliance ManagementClient Relationship DevelopmentRisk Assessment and ManagementPrivacy Law Expertise

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Hard Skills

Data MinimizationSolution DesignPrivacy Operations Program PlanningRisk ManagementPolicy DraftingData MappingContingency PlanningRisk Management PlansData ProtectionPrivacy Program Support

Soft Skills

Client ManagementCross-Cultural CollaborationPresentation SkillsLeadershipPositive Attitude

Tools & Technologies

Privacy-Enabling TechnologiesMicrosoft PowerPointData Privacy SoftwareEnterprise IT FrameworksAnalytics Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CIPPCIPTCIPMCISSP

Industry Keywords

HIPAACCPAGDPRPIPLLGPDPIPEDAPCI-DSSNISTISOHITECH

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise clients on, design, build, and support privacy programs, solution design, risk analysis, analytics, and automation
Develop and deliver global data protection and privacy strategies
Build cross-cultural functionality to operationalize global privacy programs
Develop and deliver privacy operations program plans for global corporate clients
Provide detailed guidance on HIPAA, CCPA, CPRA, PIPL, GDPR, LGPD, PIPEDA, and other privacy laws
Manage or oversee privacy compliance processes, risk management, control implementation, data minimization, and privacy maturity and risk assessments
Manage multiple large, complex, and potentially long-term engagements and clients
Manage client expectations across organizational levels and support in-person presentations to senior executives
Manage creation and editing of final client deliverables
Draft policies, standards, and data privacy guidance documents
Develop and manage project budgets and review invoices
Collaborate internally and externally and represent FTI’s data privacy services in the market
Assist clients with state enforcement actions and privacy litigation
Act as a leader and maintain a professional, positive attitude toward clients and firm personnel

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
8+ years of post-graduate experience in data privacy program development, data minimization and solution design
Sound understanding of global, US, and Canadian privacy laws and regulations
2+ years of post-graduate experience working in privacy enabling technologies
2+ years of consulting or similar experience in privacy program support and managing complex projects
Experience in client relationship development, including drafting proposals and assisting with go-to-market activities
Must travel to clients and FTI offices
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
No visa sponsorship provided
Preferred: Juris Doctorate or other relevant master’s degree
Preferred: Experience with PCI-DSS, NIST, ISO, HITECH, CIPA, VPPA, and HIPAA
Preferred: Experience developing, implementing and maintaining data privacy policies and procedures
Preferred: Experience with data subject access requests, third-party risk management, data mapping, system inventories, and cookie consent
Preferred: Experience conducting risk assessments, answering policy questions, tracking violations, and creating documentation
Preferred: Experience creating risk management plans to counter vulnerabilities
Preferred: Experience with contingency planning, backup/recovery testing and documentation, encryption, and data protection
Preferred: Privacy or security credentials such as CIPP, CIPT, CIPM, or CISSP
Preferred: Strong proficiency in Windows and related software, including Microsoft PowerPoint
Preferred: Understanding of enterprise risk management frameworks and business-strategy alignment
Preferred: Knowledge of privacy-enabling technology, AdTech, and enterprise IT frameworks
Preferred: Ability to assess data privacy control capabilities and provide remediation recommendations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development programs
On-the-job learning
Self-guided professional development courses and certifications
Dedicated coach and regular coaching sessions
Tailored programs for critical professional milestones