Data Systems Analysts

Defense-focused systems engineering and security services

Senior Privacy Analyst

Privacy & Data ProtectionConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeFairfax, VA, USA$100k - $120k

About the Job

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required.
A bachelor's degree and at least seven years of experience in a privacy, data protection, and/or information security compliance role are required.
Experience working for a U.S. federal government agency or contractor is required.
Demonstrated experience assessing risk and advising on organizational controls is required.
Skill in applying government privacy laws, regulations, principles, and policies to assignments involving the release of information to the public is required.
Skill in conducting analyses of legislation and regulations to determine their impact on program operations is required.
Knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act and the Privacy Act is required.
Knowledge of federal and agency records management systems, regulations, principles, and policies is required.
Ability to work with limited supervision and meet multiple project milestones and deadlines as required by the client is required.
Strong written and oral communication skills, including delivery of client-ready work products and the ability to communicate complex technical issues to senior stakeholders and non-technical staff, are required.
Experience with Federal Information Security Modernization Act requirements and National Institute of Standards and Technology guidelines, including NIST SP 800-53, is required.
Ability to prioritize and manage competing work assignments in a time-sensitive environment is required.
Attention to detail and the ability to solve problems using best practices and a systematic approach are required.
Experience with Microsoft Copilot or an approved equivalent AI solution is required.

Responsibilities

Provide subject matter expertise on privacy and data protection to incorporate privacy-by-design into processes, critical projects, and initiatives.
Review Privacy Threshold Analysis questionnaires to determine whether an information technology system contains personally identifiable information, whether a Privacy Impact Assessment or System of Records Notice is required, and whether other privacy requirements apply.
Evaluate Privacy Impact Assessments for conformance with applicable legal, regulatory, and policy requirements; determine risks and effects; and evaluate protections and alternative processes to mitigate privacy risks.
Lead and coordinate privacy data calls across the agency.
Assist with evaluating NIST SP 800-53 Privacy controls used to safeguard and secure Privacy Impact Assessments in agency systems operating in the information environment.
Maintain the Federal Information System Registry for Privacy.
Train Agency Liaison Privacy Officials and other stakeholders, as required, on privacy matters, topics, trends, and issues related to Privacy Threshold Analyses and Privacy Impact Assessments.
Ensure the agency complies with privacy laws, statutes, policies, and regulatory documents to safeguard personally identifiable information, and ensure agency stakeholders address privacy requirements in published directives using accurate information.
Keep abreast of developments in privacy laws, regulations, and industry standards.
Collect customer satisfaction and internal service performance feedback to support continual improvement.

Desired Qualifications

Compliance or auditing experience is advantageous.
Experience with Governance, Risk and Compliance tools such as Telos Xacta IA Manager, CSAM, or RSA Archer, or similar tools, is preferred.
Experience with the CDM Dashboard is preferred.
Experience with SharePoint is preferred.
Experience with Qlik Sense is preferred.
Advanced privacy certifications such as Certified Information Privacy Professional, Certified Information Privacy Technologist, Certified Information Privacy Manager, or equivalent, are preferred.

All hired employees are expected to have experience with Microsoft Copilot and / or an approved equivalent AI solution.

Data Systems Analysts, Inc. (DSA) is a leading Information Technology and Management Consulting firm, delivering solutions to Federal, State and Local Government and commercial industry. We are best known for Knowledge & Information Management, Energy Management & Environmental Sustainability, Enterprise Systems Development & Operations and Cyber Security and Information Assurance. With offices in the DC Metropolitan Area and across the nation, we serve Fortune 500 decision makers and Federal, State and local government agencies throughout the U.S.

Location is Hybrid: Allows the candidate the ability to work onsite at DSA or customer site with potential for telework.
Work Location flexible with telework as approved.

Job Description:
DSA is seeking a qualified Senior Privacy Analyst.

The ideal candidate will report directly to the Program Manager and have strong information privacy compliance skills and the ability to lead tasks with limited supervision. The Senior Privacy Analyst will be part of a federal National Privacy Program (NPP), which is responsible for implementing and maintaining agency level privacy policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines. The Privacy Analyst will support compliance with the Agency's Privacy Program; assessing Privacy Threshold Analysis questionnaires, reviewing, and approving Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs); coordinating the publication of System of Record Notices (SORNs) with program offices; maintaining the official privacy act files, the Agency Federal Information System Registry, and providing and training or training opportunities for all key privacy personnel.

Primary Responsibilities:

Provide subject matter expertise on privacy and data protection to help incorporate privacy-by-design into processes, critical projects and initiatives.
Review PTA questionnaires used to determine if an information technology system contains PII, whether a PIA is required, whether a SORN is required, and if any other privacy requirements apply to the system.
Evaluate PIA to ensure conformance with applicable legal, regulatory, and policy requirements for privacy; determine the risks and effects; and evaluate protections and alternative processes to mitigate potential privacy risks.
Lead and coordinate privacy data calls across the Agency.
Assist with the evaluation of NIST SP 800-53 Privacy controls which will be used to safeguard and secure PIA in Agency systems operating in the information environment.
Maintain the Federal Information System (FIS) Registry for Privacy.
Train Agency Liaison Privacy Official (LPOs) and other stakeholders, as required, on Privacy matters, topics, trends and issues relating to PTAs and PIAs.
Ensure that the Agency is complying with Privacy laws, statutes, policies, and regulatory documents to safeguard PII and that Agency Stakeholders are addressing Privacy requirements, as outlined in published directives and are implemented with accurate information.
Keep abreast of current developments in privacy laws, regulations and industry standards.
Collect customer satisfaction and internal service performance feedback to foster continual improvement.

Minimum Qualifications:

US Citizenship.
Bachelor's Degree and minimum seven (7) + years of experience in a privacy, data protection, and/or information security compliance role.
Experience working for a U.S. federal government Agency or contractor.
Demonstrated experience assessing risk and advising on organizational controls. Compliance or auditing experience is also advantageous.
Skill in applying government privacy laws, regulations, principles and policies to assignments involving the release of information to the public.
Skill in conducting analyses of legislation and regulations to determine impact on program operations.
Knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act and the Privacy Act.
Knowledge of Federal and Agency records management systems, regulations, principles and polices.
Ability to work with limited supervision and meet multiple project milestones and deadlines as required by the client.
Excellent written and oral communication skills including delivery of client-ready work products and the ability to communicate complex technical issues to senior stakeholders and non-technical staff.
Experience working with Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) requirements and NIST guidelines, including NIST SP 800-53.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage competing work assignments in a time sensitive environment.
Keen attention to detail and the ability to solve problems using best practices and systematic approach.

Preferred Tool Experience

Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Tools e.g., Telos Xacta IA Manager or similar like CSAM, RSA Archer, etc.
CDM Dashboard
SharePoint
Qlik Sense

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced Privacy certifications e.g., Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP), Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT), Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) or equivalent.

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The posted salary range is a good-faith estimate. Actual compensation will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and other job-related factors.

DSA - Salary Pay Range

$100,000—$120,000 USD

Many of DSA's positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. DSA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. DSA is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. DSA requires background checks , where permitted , by law. DSA is an E-Verify Employer.

DSA - Salary Pay Range 100000 - 120000 USD

About the Company

Data Systems Analysts

Defense-focused systems engineering and security services

DSA delivers mission-critical solutions for Defense and Federal Government clients, offering services such as Systems Engineering and Integration, Software Development, Data Analytics, Cyber Operations, Cloud Solutions, Enterprise Collaboration, and Critical Infrastructure Intelligence Systems. It works by delivering end-to-end programs that combine engineering, development, security, cloud, collaboration, and analytics to meet sensitive government requirements with reliable, secure performance. The firm differentiates itself through 100 percent employee ownership, a history dating back to 1963, and strong standards like ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 27001:2013, and CMMI Maturity Level 3 for Services and Development, with operations across more than 60 locations. Its goal is to provide trusted, secure, and dependable capabilities to DoD, Civil agencies, universities, and private-sector partners nationwide to support mission-critical operations and infrastructure.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Pennsylvania, United States
Founded: 1963

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