How much does a Chief Privacy Officer make in the United States? The average Chief Privacy Officer salary in the United States is $244,690 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $214,090 and $283,380. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Chief Privacy Officer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chief Privacy Officer Salary $186,230 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Chief Privacy Officer Salary $214,090 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Chief Privacy Officer Salary $244,690 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Chief Privacy Officer Salary $283,380 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Chief Privacy Officer Salary $318,605 US March 26, 2024
25% $214,090 10% $186,230 90% $318,605 75% $283,380 $244,690 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Chief Privacy Officer establishes business and data management processes that reflect privacy requirements and comply with laws and regulations. Plans and directs all aspects of an organization's privacy strategy, including policies, procedures, and initiatives. Being a Chief Privacy Officer creates compliance monitoring, auditing, and remediation processes. Develops and implements privacy training programs. In addition, Chief Privacy Officer ensures privacy policies and guidelines are communicated to employees, customers, shareholders, and media. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Chief Privacy Officer manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Working as a Chief Privacy Officer typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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