Privacy Analyst

About Coalfire

Coalfire Federal is a market leading cybersecurity consultancy firm that provides independent and tailored advice, assessments, technical testing and a full suite of cyber engineering services to Federal agency customers.  Coalfire Federal along with its parent company, Coalfire, has an unparalleled client list with deep customer relationships with leading cloud and technology providers including Amazon, Microsoft, IBM, Google and Oracle and Federal agencies.  Coalfire has been a cybersecurity thought leader for over 20 years and has offices throughout the United States and Europe and is committed to making the world a safer place by solving our clients’ toughest security challenges. 

But that’s not who we are – that’s just what we do.

We are thought leaders, consultants, and cybersecurity experts, but above all else, we are a team of passionate problem-solvers who are hungry to learn, grow, and make a difference.  

We’re currently seeking an experienced Privacy Analyst to support our Federal team.

Position Summary

The Privacy Analyst is responsible for working with project teams to advise them on IT security requirements, architectures, and practices, assess project security risks, consult on risk mitigation strategies, and make recommendations to management regarding approval of the project.

Location Details

This role is hybrid - with 1 day a week on client site in Washington, D.C. 

What you'll do

• Review and document the Agency use of PII and ensure the implementation of privacy protections related to the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of personal information.
• Assist in the review and documentation of Agency privacy projects, initiatives, and programs, as well as processes and procedures related to the proper handling of PII.
• Review information technology documentation that supports privacy risk assessments and conduct privacy risk reviews and assessments to ensure compliance with privacy laws and Agency policy. Brief Privacy Officer as appropriate, on findings and recommendations.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of all privacy risk assessments and draft deliverables.
• At the direction of the Privacy Officer, assist in the management and updating of privacy methods, procedural requirements, and evaluative processes to reduce and mitigate privacy-related risks, to include methods of minimizing holdings of PII
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable privacy laws, standards, and industry best practices, and monitor developments in privacy issues.

What you'll bring

• Experience with Privacy Package assessments and QA is required
• Assisting in the administering of a privacy information program for an organization
• Experience with activities that required implementation of laws and other guidelines related to privacy information
• Being responsible for preparing privacy policy and procedural guidance
• Evaluating compliance with organizational policies, applicable law and local guidance
• Overseeing the organization's personally identifiable information protection processes and procedures 
• Conducting privacy reviews/risk assessments
• Ability to identify and assess risks and recommend appropriate remediation strategies.
• Must be well-organized and detail-oriented with the ability to coordinate, prioritize multiple tasks, and be adaptable to change to accomplish assignments
• Ability to work independently and with teams
• Professional and polished interpersonal and communication skills 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office to include Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Education 

Completed Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is required, preferably in an IT related field.

Clearance / Suitability 

Ability to obtain a clearance or a Public Trust is preferred, however all clearance levels and non-cleared applicants will also be considered.

Certifications A current CDPSE, CIPP, or other industry recognized privacy security certification is preferred. 

Years of Experience 

Overall at least 5 years in the cybersecurity or information security space. 

To include at minimum 3 years of professional work experience specializing in privacy information and policies in a federal environment. 

Why you'll want to join us

Our people make Coalfire Federal great. We work together on interesting things and achieve exceptional results. We act as trusted advisors to our customers and are committed to client-focused innovation as well as innovation in the industries that we serve.

Coalfire offers our people the chance to grow professionally with colleagues they like and respect while tackling challenges that stretch their minds and expand their skill sets. Regardless of location, you’ll experience a company that prioritizes connection and wellbeing and be part of a team where people care about each other and our communities. You’ll have opportunities to join employee resource groups, participate in in-person and virtual events, and more.

You’ll enjoy competitive perks and benefits to support you and your family, like paid parental leave, flexible time off, certification and training reimbursement, digital mental health and wellbeing support memberships, and comprehensive insurance options.  

Coalfire is an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.