Senior Data Privacy & Protection Consultant

Zaviant Consulting

. Lead client engagements and help organizations design, implement, and mature their data privacy programs .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading client engagements and developing data privacy programs, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and privacy management platform implementation. Possesses the ability to translate complex privacy requirements into practical solutions while maintaining effective communication and project leadership.

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Data Privacy ManagementClient Engagement LeadershipPrivacy Regulation KnowledgeOneTrust ConfigurationAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Data PrivacyComplianceRisk ManagementProject ExecutionPrivacy AssessmentsProgram DevelopmentStakeholder ManagementTechnical AptitudePrivacy Technology SolutionsConfiguration and Implementation

Soft Skills

Client-Facing CommunicationRelationship ManagementPresentation SkillsAttention to DetailAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

OneTrustOsanoTranscendKetchTrustArc

Certifications & Qualifications

CIPP/USCIPP/ECIPMCIPTOneTrust Professional CertificationOneTrust Expert Certification

Industry Keywords

Privacy RegulationsData MappingDPIAsConsent ManagementData Subject Rights

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead client engagements and help organizations design, implement, and mature their data privacy programs
Own day-to-day engagement delivery, including client relationships, project execution, deliverable quality, and coordination of supporting team members
Independently lead client engagement activities, timelines, deliverables, stakeholder communication, meetings, expectations, findings, and recommendations when serving as Engagement Leader
Support client interactions, assigned workstreams, and areas of expertise when serving as an engagement resource
Assign work, review deliverables, and provide feedback to supporting Consultants
Ensure engagements are delivered on time, within agreed scope, and according to Zaviant quality standards
Monitor scope, effort, milestones, dependencies, utilization, project risks, delivery challenges, and potential scope changes; address or escalate issues
Build trusted client relationships through effective communication, sound judgment, and a solutions-oriented approach
Lead privacy assessments, program development initiatives, risk evaluations, and regulatory compliance reviews
Translate privacy requirements and client business needs into practical processes, controls, and technology solutions
Support and lead configuration and implementation of privacy management platforms for data mapping, DPIAs, consent management, and data subject rights
Develop hands-on expertise across Zaviant's privacy technology partners and independently learn new platform capabilities
Work directly with platform configurations, workflows, and functionality to deliver client solutions
Collaborate with client legal, compliance, IT, security, and business teams
Coach and mentor Consultants assigned to engagements
Contribute to methodologies, delivery templates, service offerings, internal knowledge-sharing, engagement scoping, estimates, and follow-on opportunities
Stay current on emerging privacy regulations, technologies, and industry practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in data privacy, compliance, security, risk management, or related disciplines
Demonstrated ability to independently lead client engagements or complex projects, including managing stakeholders, project execution, and deliverable quality
Strong client-facing communication, presentation, relationship management, and problem-solving skills
Working knowledge of U.S., European, and applicable global privacy regulations and privacy program operations
Strong technical aptitude, with demonstrated ability to understand, learn, and configure complex software platforms and translate business requirements into functional solutions
Hands-on experience independently configuring OneTrust, Osano, Transcend, Ketch, TrustArc, or comparable privacy management platforms
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and provide effective project-level leadership to supporting team members
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, adaptability, and commitment to continuous learning
Preferred: experience implementing privacy technology solutions from requirements gathering through configuration, testing, and deployment
Preferred: prior experience in a consulting or professional services environment
Preferred: IAPP certifications such as CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM, or CIPT
Preferred: OneTrust Professional or Expert certifications
Preferred: experience mentoring junior consultants and contributing to client proposals or engagement scoping