Data Privacy Expert

About This Role

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• Date published May 04 2026
• Location Riyadh,AR-8th Flr, No. 10 / Saudi Arabia
• Job category Technology & Engineering
• Work model Work from Office

Job Summary:

The Data Privacy Expert will support the organization’s Data Protection & Privacy (DPP) program by implementing privacy governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with global data protection laws, and providing technical and advisory guidance to stakeholders. The role involves managing privacy tracks such as DPIA, RoPA, and DSR, leading client and internal engagements, and driving delivery as per defined project plans.Roles and Responsibilities:* Assist in implementing and maintaining a privacy governance framework to manage data use in compliance with applicable data protection regulations.

• Assist in creating and maintaining privacy related notices, policies, standards, guidelines, and processes.
• Develop, document, and assess appropriate metrics and KPIs of the Data & Data Protection & Privacy program
• Provide advice and guidance to the DPP Team in respect of Data Protection & Privacy
• Provide deep technical privacy guidance, analysis, and feedback to stakeholders.
• Help develop, implement, and manage processes, internal controls relating to privacy frameworks and offer privacy support to Data Protection & Privacy department.
• Collaborate with DPP team in relation to compliance with data protection and privacy laws.
• Liaise with business stakeholders for different tracks like DPIA, RoPA, DSR.
• Manage the team & deliver the deliverables as per the project plan
• Create plan for tracks to be maintained
• Create Presentations and reporting as per customer requirements
• Carry out stand up meetings and status meetings with customer and internal both.
• Assist in developing and administering privacy training and awareness campaigns for various groups within the company.
• Strong client service orientation.
• Ability to prioritize and work to tight deadlines.

The Cognizant community:

We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Disclaimer:

Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

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