Change people’s lives and love what you do! Cochlear is the most recognized brand in hearing health care. Privacy Manager Deadline to apply is May 31, 2024 Change people’s lives and love what you do! Cochlear is helping people hear, and be heard, all over the world and is the most recognized brand in hearing health care. About the role In order to help Cochlear continue to grow and service our customers, we are recruiting for a Privacy Manager in our Americas head office based in Lone Tree, CO. This role offers a flexible hybrid work environment with a combination of in-office and remote work from home. Data privacy and security are critical areas for any business, particularly for a regulated medical device company like Cochlear. The global climate around data privacy and security is constantly evolving, especially in the healthcare industry. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that data and information are protected from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. This role also ensures that the organization follows established processes and procedures to comply with all relevant laws and regulations. Cochlear’s Privacy Manager contributes to business outcomes by: Assessing and proposing mitigation tactics to reduce the risk of data breaches, fines, lawsuits, and reputational damage that could result from privacy violations or incidents. Enhancing customer trust and loyalty by demonstrating respect for their privacy rights and preferences. Supporting innovation and growth by enabling the organization to leverage data and information in a responsible and ethical manner. Providing guidance and expertise on privacy best practices and emerging trends to help the organization stay ahead of the curve and adapt to changing customer expectations and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Maintain and improve Cochlear’s privacy program in North America with regular reports to business stakeholders and Cochlear’s Global Privacy Office in Sydney, Australia Train employees on privacy-related topics with a passion for continuous improvement Act as first point-of-contact for North American privacy-related questions Conduct privacy assessments for systems, vendors and activities processing personal information Using tools such as OneTrust, Xakia, Insight, and Confluence Support data incident assessment and response and data breach notification procedures Work closely with business stakeholders to navigate privacy and data protection assessments and risk mitigation, including identifying and facilitating incorporation of privacy by design principles into strategic initiatives and projects Leading the ongoing development, implementation, and maintenance of internal policies and procedures that protect personal information and ensure that appropriate information security and privacy practices are established for collecting, processing, storing, disclosing, and destroying personal information. Monitoring and ensuring personnel and third-party compliance with information privacy requirements, as well as contractual obligations. Work alongside affiliated subsidiaries as a member of the Cochlear Global Privacy Champion Network to develop and implement strategies to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the privacy office global function Key Requirements To add value to Cochlear in this role you'll be able to meet and demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities in your application and at interview: Bachelors or Equivalent Work Experience 5-7 years of experience including at least 3 years of experience managing data privacy in a regulated sector or industry Certification in privacy program management (CIPM), U.S. private-sector certification (CIPP/US) or comparable jurisdiction (CIPP/C/E/A) Certification in artificial intelligence governance (AIGP) is preferred Salary and Benefits In addition to the opportunity to develop your knowledge and grow professionally, we offer competitive wages and benefits. Target Salary Range: $115,000 - $130,000 per year base salary, based upon experience, as well as an annual bonus opportunity of 15% of base salary. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance as well as 401(K) matching with immediate vesting, Paid Time Off, tuition reimbursement, maternity and paternity leave, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and pet insurance. Who are we? Human needs have always been our inspiration, ever since Professor Graeme Clark set out to create the first multi-channel cochlear implant because he saw his father struggle with hearing loss. We always start with people in mind – thinking about their needs. For this reason, our products, services and support will continue to evolve and improve. We are by our customers’ side through the entire hearing journey, so they can experience a life full of hearing. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives and working in an organization where they can be part of bringing the mission to life each day. Physical & Mental Demands While performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly required to be in a stationary (seated/standing) position; utilize business technology for work product delivery, communicate orally and in writing with others internal or external to the organization, utilize problem solving/critical thinking skills to discern and convey information. While performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly required to utilize comprehension, critical thinking, communication, problem solving, organization reasoning, relating to others and discernment of items such as product specifications, procedures and processes to customers (whether internal or external). Influence, organization/classification of information and planning are also required. The work environment is an office environment, minimal home/office environment, and are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Apply now by completing your application form online. Applicants must meet the job specific application criteria to be considered. Visit our careers site at www.cochlear.us/careers to learn more. Cochlear Americas is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Cochlear will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation with completing the online application, please contact us via web or phone at 303-264-2549. Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is expanding and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it. So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! We're the global leader in implantable hearing solutions. We have provided more than 600,000 implantable devices, helping people of all ages to lead full and active lives. We help people hear and be heard. We empower people to connect with others and live a full life. We help transform the way people understand and treat hearing loss. We innovate and bring to market a range of implantable hearing solutions that deliver a lifetime of hearing outcomes.