Privacy Systems Director

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Privacy Systems Director to join the team of a leader in the Healthcare space. This role will shape the technology strategy that supports legal, compliance, and privacy operations across the organization. You will guide architecture decisions, evaluate emerging AI and automation opportunities, and partner closely with legal, compliance, and privacy stakeholders to improve how critical workflows are delivered. The position also carries responsibility for vendor oversight, technology investment planning, and building scalable solutions that reduce operational friction and strengthen governance.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Pay

$150,000 – $180,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Design and define the strategic technology blueprint for legal and compliance functions
• Evaluate and govern the broader legal technology stack
• Identify and execute AI and automation opportunities in compliance workflows
• Manage third-party software vendors for privacy and legal operations solutions
• Develop infrastructure for privacy incident management
• Architect solutions to alleviate operational bottlenecks
• Own the financial budget and P&L for technology investments

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; Master's preferred
• 10+ years in Enterprise Architecture, Legal Operations, Privacy Engineering, or Information Security
• Strong knowledge of LLMs, OneTrust, and DSPM/DLP tools
• Deep familiarity with GDPR, CCPA, and emerging frameworks like NIST and the EU AI Act
• Expertise in evaluating and implementing legal operations technology such as CLM and eDiscovery
• 12+ years in a leadership role in GRC, legal tech, or privacy architecture preferred
• Preferred certifications include CIPP/E, CIPT, CISSP or equivalent

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) matching contribution after one year of employment
• Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
• Life and Disability benefits, Flexible Spending Account, and Employee Assistance Programs
• Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement
• Global presence with hybrid work options and in-person collaboration
• Wellness-focused headquarters with catered meals and wellness rooms