Risk and Compliance Specialist

Job Description

Skill required :  Risk & Compliance - Risk Management

Designation :  Risk and Compliance Specialist

Qualifications : Any Graduation

Years of Experience : 4 years

Language - Ability : English(International) - Expert

Job summary

Position Overview : As a Client Data Protection Controls Specialist , you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring robust data protection controls to ensure the security and privacy of client data. You will play a key role in reducing business risk to both Accenture and our clients by ensuring compliance with data protection regulations and collaborating with cross-functional teams. You will also conduct risk assessments, address vulnerabilities, and enhance overall data protection practices. Your strong analytical, decision-making, and communication skills will be essential to succeed in this role.

Roles & Responsibilities :

• Data Protection Controls :
• Develop and implement data protection controls that ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of client data.
• Continuously monitor the effectiveness of data protection controls and assess their impact on business operations.
• Identify and address vulnerabilities in existing data protection measures and implement enhancements where necessary.
• Risk Assessment :
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential threats to client data and business operations.
• Analyze the likelihood, impact, and severity of identified risks, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement risk mitigation and remediation measures.
• Compliance Management :
• Ensure compliance with global and local data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and Accenture's internal data privacy policies.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure adherence to data protection policies and practices.
• Provide recommendations and develop strategies for improving compliance and reducing risk exposure.
• Data Analysis :
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to data protection risks and trends.
• Use statistical and analytical tools (e.g., Excel, SAS, R, Python, SQL, Tableau) to assess the effectiveness of data protection controls and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare and present data protection analysis reports to senior management, stakeholders, and clients.
• Training and Awareness :
• Provide training and guidance to employees on data protection practices, tools, and policies.
• Develop and deliver data protection awareness programs to promote a culture of data security across the organization.
• Support employees in understanding their role in safeguarding client data and privacy.
• Incident Response :
• Investigate and respond to data protection incidents, breaches, and non-compliance events in a timely and effective manner.
• Develop and implement incident response plans and coordinate with relevant teams to address and resolve data protection incidents.
• Ensure that appropriate corrective actions are taken to prevent future incidents.
• Reporting and Documentation :
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of data protection controls, risk assessments, incidents, and related activities.
• Prepare detailed reports on data protection activities, compliance status, and risk mitigation efforts for senior management and stakeholders.

Professional & Technical Skills :

Must-Have Skills :

Preferred Skills :

Skills Required

R Studio, Sas, Python, Sql