Privacy Analyst, PIA Review
About the position We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? As a global leader in advanced mobility solutions, our outstanding team of legal professionals helps us navigate the continually changing legal and regulatory landscape. In our Office of General Counsel , you’ll be part of an organization that collaborates with outside counsel to operate as a global team and deliver world-class legal, tax and audit services to client groups throughout the company. In this position... Become a frontline guardian of our privacy promises. You will be the first and most critical line of review for new products, systems, and initiatives across the company. Your analysis will ensure that we build privacy into everything we do from the very beginning. Develop deep expertise through a close partnership with legal. You won’t just be reviewing forms; you will work side-by-side with our privacy lawyers, gaining invaluable insight into legal analysis and risk mitigation. This role is a unique opportunity to accelerate your career by learning directly from seasoned legal experts. Tackle the most complex and interesting privacy challenges. In addition to core assessments, you will be trusted to conduct in-depth Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for our highest-risk initiatives. This is your chance to become a subject matter expert on cutting-edge privacy issues. Responsibilities • You will be the primary reviewer for Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) submitted by business and technology teams, analyzing new projects to identify potential privacy risks. • You will partner directly with our privacy lawyers and our privacy assurance team to escalate complex issues, validate mitigation plans, and finalize assessments for approval. • You will take the lead on conducting comprehensive Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for high-risk processing activities, documenting risks and required controls in detail. • You will provide direct, practical guidance to project teams, helping them understand privacy requirements and implement privacy-by-design principles effectively. • You will meticulously document your analysis, findings, and the required mitigation actions within our privacy management platform to ensure a clear and auditable record. Requirements • Five years or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. • A foundational understanding of privacy principles and major data protection laws. • Strong analytical skills with a high degree of attention to detail. Nice-to-haves • Direct, hands-on experience conducting or reviewing Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) or Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs). • Professional privacy certifications, such as CIPP (Certified Information Privacy Professional) or CIPM (Certified Information Privacy Manager). • Experience using privacy management software (e.g., OneTrust) for conducting assessments. • Experience working in a large, global organization and collaborating with legal and technical teams. Benefits • Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage • Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more • Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more • Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases • Tuition assistance • Established and active employee resource groups • Paid time off for individual and team community service • A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day • Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. Apply tot his job