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Data Protection Country Officer

Liebherr Group
Newport, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/16/2026

The Country Officer for Data Protection will act as the central point of contact and coordinating instance for all data protection related issues for all US companies within the Liebherr Group. The officer will be providing expert and professional support to ensure that US companies within the Liebherr Group comply with applicable national data protection regulations relevant to the handling of personal and business data.

The tasks will include setting up/designing a data protection organization within the United States and subsequently establishing it with the necessary data protection responsibility company officers. As the central point of contact key data protection issues and topics in the country will be managed. Data protection stakeholders within the organization will be advised and supported

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Absent undue hardship reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

  • The role is functionally reporting and receiving guidance from the Head of Group Data Protection.
  • Coordination and conceptional instance in the US
  • Structuring of the data protection organization in the US.
  • Responsible for the creation, implementation and maintenance of the data protection policies, processes and organization in the United States.
  • Implementation of necessary processes (incident, data subject requests, risk assessment, data mapping, etc.).
  • Supports the various US companies in implementing the requirements of the IT data protection regulations.
  • Organization and implementation of data protection training measures.
  • Risk Assessment: Conduct regular risk assessments and audits of data systems to identify vulnerabilities and implement corrective actions
  • Advice and support in data protection issues.
  • Central clarification of data protection-related issues and topics in the USA (central unit for data protection).
  • Preparation of guidelines on processes, specifications, recommendations for action, etc..
  • Provide clarification and guidance regarding issues and questions relevant to data protection to company officers, management, and internal Liebherr employees as required.
  • Incident Management: Manage and respond to data breaches and other data-related incidents, ensuring timely resolution and reporting to relevant authorities.
  • Monitoring and reporting on the development of regulations in the USA.
  • Serves as the centralized subject matter expert with regards to any applicable national or state data protection relevant regulations to be able to support US companies and the company officers.
  • Record, monitor and provide data on the development of regulations on the state and federal levels for data protection related topics.
  • Monitoring compliance with data protection policies and requirements.
  • Acts as the Data Protection Company Officer for Liebherr USA, Co. and Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co.


Competencies

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. A master’s degree or relevant certification (e.g., CIPP, CIPM, CIPT) is preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience in data protection, compliance, or a related field. Experience in a corporate environment is highly desirable.

Our Offer

An interesting and ambitious role in a successful international company. We offer a secure work environment with a comprehensive benefits package that includes major medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, paid vacation and personal days and competitive salary.

Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Thomas Steele.

Liebherr-America, Inc. and its US affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
If you are a California resident, please visit Liebherr USA, Co. Privacy Statement for more information regarding how Liebherr-America, Inc. and its US affiliates collect and process your personal information.

One Passion. Many Opportunities.

The company

In line with its international growth, Liebherr’s venture into the United States began in 1970. Within a couple of years, the company expanded and completed its production facilities in Newport News, Virginia, for its product line of hydraulic excavators. It was later converted into Liebherr’s manufacturing facility for mining trucks and remains home to Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co. In addition to its production facility, Liebherr markets a wide variety of products and technologies through its companies located across the United States. The companies are Liebherr-Aerospace Saline, Inc., Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc., Liebherr Automation Systems, Co., and Liebherr USA, Co., the umbrella company for 12 product segments that are positioned across the United States.

Location

Liebherr USA Co.

23607 Newport News, VA

United States (US)

Contact

Thomas Steele

trey.steele@liebherr.com

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