Product Specialist, Privacy

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

📋 Description

• Assist the Product Manager in implementing the privacy product roadmap and achieving strategic goals.

• Collect, document, and refine business, operational, and regulatory requirements.

• Develop and maintain user stories, acceptance criteria, product documentation, and process flows.

• Collaborate with Legal, Engineering, Security, and business teams on product improvements and system integrations.

• Aid in backlog grooming, sprint planning, user acceptance testing, and release activities.

• Track product performance, user feedback, and operational metrics to identify areas for improvement.

• Support platform administration tasks, including workflow configuration, access requests, reporting, and issue tracking.

• Investigate production issues, coordinate resolution efforts, and communicate updates to stakeholders.

• Assist with vendor coordination and the implementation of new product features.

• Contribute to the creation of documentation, training materials, and user enablement initiatives.

• Suggest process enhancements to improve operational efficiency and user experience.

• Stay updated on changing privacy regulations and industry best practices.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in product management, business analysis, privacy operations, compliance technology, or a related area.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Fundamental understanding of Agile methodologies and the product development lifecycle.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Capability to work efficiently across both technical and non-technical teams.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.

• Experience with collaboration and project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar platforms.

• Interest in privacy, compliance, governance, or enterprise technology solutions.

• Familiarity with privacy regulations such as GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, or other data protection frameworks.

• Acquainted with privacy management platforms or governance tools.

• Experience in supporting SaaS applications, workflows, or enterprise systems.

• Knowledge of APIs, data flows, or system integrations.

• Participation in Agile ceremonies and software delivery processes is preferred.

• Relevant coursework or certifications (e.g., CSPO, Agile Fundamentals, CIPP Foundations, or similar) are advantageous.

• External candidates may need to attend an in-person interview at a VERSANT Media location before a hiring decision is made.

🏝️ Benefits

• Additional compensation and benefits may include health insurance.

• Retirement plans.

• Paid time off.

• Equal employment opportunities.

• Reasonable accommodation support for qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans.