Privacy SME (Program Management)

TechOp Solutions International is actively looking for a highly qualified and experienced Senior Privacy Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our dedicated team in supporting the United States Department of State. This pivotal role requires a deep understanding of privacy regulations and best practices, and it presents a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the Department's mission while ensuring the protection of sensitive information.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide privacy expertise and guidance in privacy compliance maintaining privacy posture.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all privacy concerns facilitating communication and collaboration among all stakeholders.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits of privacy-related practices and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Conduct baseline assessments of the privacy program, present the findings, and make recommendations
• Support FISMA reporting activities by ensuring privacy risks and controls are accurately captured and documented in system security packages.
• Coordinate responses to privacy incidents and support remediation efforts as necessary.
• Prepare detailed reports on program status, issues, and metrics for senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop, review, and maintain privacy compliance documentation: PTAs, PIAs, and SORNs
• Develop and maintain policies, SOPs, playbooks, and training

This is an on-site role. Consideration for a hybrid schedule may be made once an established cadence is set and proficiency in assigned duties is demonstrated.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required
• 6+ years of experience in privacy management, compliance, or related fields (significant federal government experience preferred).
• Program or project management experience.
• Knowledge of federal privacy regulations, policies, and standards, including Privacy Act, E-Government Act, FISMA, GDPR, and CCPA.
• Expert knowledge of OMB A-130, NIST SP 800-53 and NIST SP 800-171
• Strong leadership abilities with experience managing client relationships.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex privacy concepts to diverse audiences.
• U.S. Citizenship is required, and the candidate must meet all security eligibility requirements for the position.
• Active Secret clearance (or higher) at the time of hire.
• Preferred:  IAPP Certifications