Responsibilities
Team Intro The USDS Privacy and Integrated Security team is responsible for overseeing and governing all activities of privacy impacts to TikTok USDS' operations. - We address complex and cutting-edge challenges, aiming to build the world's most trusted social media platform. - We partner with TikTok global legal, R&D, Privacy and Data Protection Office, and security organizations in advancing our privacy practices. - We oversee, govern and support the integration and optimization of operational privacy capabilities including data inventory, data classification, data retention/deletion, and incident response, etc., to ensure scalable and compliant privacy and data protection practices. We are seeking a Privacy Compliance Program Manager to join our Privacy and Integrated Security team, with an exclusive focus on Privacy Operations, Framework Development, Defining Process and SOP's. You will interact with Product, Engineering, Legal, Business and other Security and Privacy Teams and will play a critical role in upholding the privacy rights of our users, ensuring the protection of their personal information, ensuring compliance with global privacy laws, and promoting the adoption of best practices. If you are passionate about privacy, data protection, and possess the expertise to assess and enhance our privacy practices, we invite you to join our team and contribute to our mission of maintaining the highest standard of data privacy and security. Initially reporting to the Head of Privacy and Integrated Security, the reporting structure may evolve as the capability grows. In order to enhance collaboration and cross-functional partnerships, among other things, at this time, our organization follows a hybrid work schedule that requires employees to work in the office 3 days a week, or as directed by their manager/department. We regularly review our hybrid work model, and the specific requirements may change at any time. Responsibilities - Serve as the team subject matter expert on privacy compliance initiatives and functions, cCollaboratinge with global PDPO to ensure alignment with the global privacy compliance framework (PCF). Promote the global framework within USDS operating arms. - Actively support privacy compliance assessments, identifying gaps in the alignment of operations with the global Privacy Compliance Framework (PCF), including privacy controls and safeguards across a broad spectrum of products. - Based on identified gaps, draft and implement necessary policies, processes, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to formalize privacy compliance practices and improve privacy compliance operations at USDS, continuously improving USDS privacy posture while contributing to the broader global privacy framework. - Build strong relationships with global and US stakeholders. Build rapport with R&D/PDPO and US privacy operations. Champion privacy best practices of global impacts and integrate them into USDS operations. - Support privacy risk assessments with a focus on control implementation. Provide actionable recommendations to mitigate identified risks and enhance privacy compliance. - Lead alignment with global awareness program. Develop collaboration programs/trainings for USDS teams to ensure that they understand the requirements of privacy operations and establish a long-term communication channel with critical teams. - Maintain an understanding and awareness of relevant privacy laws and regulations, as well as industry best practices and developments. Represent the company and have the ability to distill and demonstrate company-wide privacy priorities, efforts and their execution in an impactful manner. - Demonstrate empathy towards business and engineering cost considerations while advocating for robust privacy practices. - Engage in special projects and additional responsibilities may be needed as the team expands and capabilities are enhanced.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications - 5+ years in privacy/security, auditing, consulting, technical program management or industry equivalent work experience along with Proven track record of managing privacy/security programs and initiatives. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize appropriately. - Excellent fundamental knowledge of industry standards frameworks (NIST Privacy Framework, ISO 27001, ISO/IEC 27701, NIST RMF, ISO 31000, IAPP guidelines, etc.) and a thorough understanding of the laws and regulations of important countries, such as GDPR, CCPA, COPPA, etc.. - Familiar with PIA/DPIA methods, and able to propose practical and feasible privacy controls based on the results of privacy risk assessment, with considerations on business processes, technical solutions and capabilities. - Must be able to adapt to the people, process and technology complexities in a large enterprise. Preferred Qualifications - Software/Security/Privacy Engineering background in a large global enterprise - Proven track record of delivering ambitious programs/organizational change in a technical audit or privacy field. - Relevant certifications in Security/Privacy, for example: CISSP, CRISC, CISA, CIPP/E, CIPM are a plus.
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $147200 - $249800 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
3. Exercising sound judgment.
About USDS
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. U.S. Data Security (“USDS”) is a subsidiary of TikTok in the U.S. This new, security-first division was created to bring heightened focus and governance to our data protection policies and content assurance protocols to keep U.S. users safe. Our focus is on providing oversight and protection of the TikTok platform and U.S. user data, so millions of Americans can continue turning to TikTok to learn something new, earn a living, express themselves creatively, or be entertained. The teams within USDS that deliver on this commitment daily span across Trust & Safety, Security & Privacy, Engineering, User & Product Ops, Corporate Functions and more.
Data Security Statement
This role requires the ability to work with and support systems designed to protect sensitive data and information. As such, this role will be subject to strict national security-related screening.
Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
USDS Reasonable Accommodation
USDS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/USDS-RA
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