Data Privacy & Security SME

Data Privacy & Security SME

Posted 2 weeks ago by Expleo Group

Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Gaydon, England, United Kingdom

Summary: A leading global OEM in Warwickshire is looking for a Data Privacy & Security Subject Matter Expert to join their Product Engineering division on a contract basis. The role involves providing expert guidance on data privacy and security for automotive technologies, ensuring compliance with EU and UK data protection legislation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data privacy and the ability to advise engineering teams on complex data processing activities. This position requires strong communication skills and a solid understanding of GDPR compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide expert guidance on data privacy and security for complex engineering projects involving personal data.
  • Assess technologies such as in-vehicle infotainment, cloud processing, mobile apps, ADAS, and connected vehicle services.
  • Advise engineering teams on compliance with GDPR and related legislation.
  • Identify and articulate high-risk data processing activities, complex data flows, third-party data handling, international data transfers, industry-specific privacy guidelines, data minimisation strategies, data subject rights, and security controls.

Key Skills:

  • Minimum 5 years of dedicated experience in data privacy.
  • Strong background advising on technical/technology-based processes (e.g., Automotive, IT, Software Development).
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex legal concepts for technical audiences.
  • Knowledge of Information and Security Management frameworks.
  • Familiarity with EDPB Guidelines, ePrivacy, and PECR.
  • Proven ability to manage a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • CIPP/E certification (required).
  • Law degree or qualified legal professional (preferred).

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Gaydon

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

A leading global OEM based in Warwickshire is seeking a highly experienced Data Privacy & Security SME to join their Product Engineering division. This is a contract opportunity to work on cutting-edge automotive technologies, ensuring compliance with EU and UK data protection legislation.

Key Responsibilities: As a Subject Matter Expert within the Data Privacy Advisory team, you will:

  • Provide expert guidance on data privacy and security for complex engineering projects involving personal data.
  • Assess technologies such as in-vehicle infotainment, cloud processing, mobile apps, ADAS, and connected vehicle services.
  • Advise engineering teams on compliance with GDPR and related legislation.
  • Identify and articulate: High-risk data processing activities Complex data flows and third-party data handling International data transfers Industry-specific privacy guidelines Data minimisation strategies Data subject rights and security controls

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Minimum 5 years of dedicated experience in data privacy.
  • Strong background advising on technical/technology-based processes (e.g., Automotive, IT, Software Development).
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex legal concepts for technical audiences.

Desirable Skills:

  • Knowledge of Information and Security Management frameworks.
  • Familiarity with EDPB Guidelines, ePrivacy, and PECR.
  • Proven ability to manage a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education & Certifications:

  • CIPP/E certification (required)
  • Law degree or qualified legal professional (preferred)

To Apply: Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to ansa.varghese@expleogroup.com