Data Privacy Technology Lead - IT
Digital Realty

Position Title: Data Privacy Technology Lead (Purview Specialist)

Location: Dallas, TX

Your role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Data Privacy Technology Lead to spearhead our data privacy initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of data privacy regulations, a strong technical background in Purview (DLP), and the ability to implement and manage comprehensive data privacy solutions. You will play a pivotal role in implementing and supporting tools that power our organization's DLP capabilities thereby ensuring our compliance with evolving privacy regulations.

What you'll do

• Purview Expertise:
  • Lead the implementation, configuration, and optimization of Microsoft Purview to establish a robust privacy framework.
  • Leverage Purview's capabilities for data loss prevention (DLP), sensitivity labeling, and access controls.
• Data Privacy Strategy:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (legal, IT, business units) to define and execute a comprehensive data privacy strategy.
  • Stay abreast of evolving privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) and ensure organizational compliance.
• Tooling and Automation:
  • Evaluate and recommend additional data privacy tools and technologies to complement Purview.
  • Design and implement automated processes for data discovery, classification, retention, and deletion.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive data privacy documentation and reports.
• Training and Awareness:
  • Educate employees on data privacy best practices and the organization's privacy policies.
  • Develop and deliver training programs on Purview and other privacy tools.

What you'll need

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience in data privacy, data governance, or information security.
  • Proven track record of implementing and managing Microsoft Purview or similar data protection platforms.
  • Strong understanding of data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA).
  • Experience with data loss prevention (DLP) and data classification tools.
• Skills:
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Certifications: CIPP/E, CIPM, or other relevant data privacy certifications are a plus.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with other Microsoft security and compliance tools (e.g., Azure Information Protection, Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps).
• Familiarity with data anonymization and pseudonymization techniques.
• Experience with cloud-based data environments (e.g., Azure, AWS).

A bit about us

Digital Realty brings companies and data together by delivering the full spectrum of data center, colocation and interconnection solutions. PlatformDIGITAL®, the company's global data center platform, provides customers with a secure data meeting place and a proven Pervasive Datacenter Architecture (PDx®) solution methodology for powering innovation and efficiently managing Data Gravity challenges. Digital Realty gives its customers access to the connected data communities that matter to them with a global data center footprint of 300+ facilities in 50+ metros across 25+ countries on six continents.

To learn more about Digital Realty, please visit digitalrealty.com or follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

A bit about our Digital team

IT

Our IT team is at the heart of our business. We develop infrastructures, design and build networks, support servers and provide the first line of support by delivering rich connectivity for our customers. With new data centers coming online all the time, it's a rapidly changing technical environment so our team is always ready to innovate and take the lead on projects. We constantly develop, deploy and support vital networks and data services that drive business performance and improve life for customers around the globe.

What we can offer you

Our rapidly evolving business sector offers the opportunity to be part of a courageous and passionate team who work together to understand and meet the changing needs of our global customers.

Join us and you'll be part of a supportive and inclusive environment where you can bring your whole self to work. As part of our team, you'll get to work with people from different business areas, challenge the way we do things and put your ideas into action. We'll also give you plenty of development opportunities so you can build a rewarding and successful career with us.

Our Compensation Philosophy

Digital Realty offers its employees a highly competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, and an environment that recognizes and rewards your contributions. Central to our compensation philosophy is rewarding our employees for achieving the values and objectives aligned to the company's overall goals and values.

This is an exciting time to join our business so apply now and make your mark on our future.

Notes:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Digital Realty is an equal opportunity employer, EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled. All applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or other status protected by law or Company policy.

Digital Realty is a publicly traded company (NYSE: DLR) with investment grade ratings from all three major ratings agencies.

Please do not forward unsolicited resumes to any employee of Digital Realty and its subsidiaries. Digital Realty is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited referrals.

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