Data Protection Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Build and sustain relationships with leaders in IT and Business groups to comprehend their goals, programs, and strategies.

• Assess and articulate the security requirements of programs while identifying potential security risks and their business implications.

• Perform evaluations of data protection controls.

• Leverage AI to analyze File Labeling, application logs, and infrastructure datasets for automating control assurance.

• Evaluate the security posture of third-party vendors, outlining remediation needs and compensating controls for Business Applications.

• Cultivate expertise in AbbVie Information Security policies, processes, procedures, and compliance initiatives.

• Offer subject matter expertise and guidance to teams in Commercial, R&D, Audit, Legal, Purchasing, and other departments.

• Counsel Business group leaders and IT Owners on balancing security risks with business enablement.

• Report on potential Data Privacy risks and propose remediation plans to management.

• Act as the primary contact for Information Security issues and security policies concerning Purchasing, Legal/Privacy, and Quality.

• Review and suggest enhancements to technology and information policies and practices.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of experience or Master’s Degree with 4 years of experience in Information Security, Data Privacy, or IT Compliance.

• Knowledge of information security control frameworks, such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 2700X, PCI-DSS, SWIFT, Cloud Controls Matrix, HITRUST, NIST 800-171, and CIS Controls.

• Awareness of global and regional Data Privacy regulations, including GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA.

• Experience in aligning and testing information security controls and frameworks.

• Proficient in writing policies and procedures.

• Background in information security or data privacy within a large, global organization.

• Excellent project management, collaboration, communication, and organizational abilities.

• Capability to convey concepts to diverse audiences with varying levels of expertise.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• CISM, CIPT, or other equivalent certifications are preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick leave).

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Short-term incentive programs.

• Opportunity for 5% travel.