Policy Analyst Privacy Resource Center Support

Job Family:

Operational Effectiveness

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

Active Secret

We are currently searching for a Policy Analyst Privacy Resource Center Support to implement and sustain a comprehensive privacy compliance program within the National Institutes of Health (NIH).  This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD.

What You Will Do:

• Research, analyze, and evaluate data for policy information. 

• Prepare a variety of status reports, management summaries and briefing papers which identify problems, assess the overall condition of work completed or in progress, and outline issues, solutions and recommendations. 

• Analyze and evaluate findings and recommend more efficient, effective, and economical ways to accomplish policy objectives. 

• Analyze and evaluate data, policies, practices, and procedures to identify relevant issues, draw conclusions, and develop informed recommendations and alternative courses of action.  

• Conduct fact-finding and research to support the development, evaluation, and implementation of organizational policies and practices. 

• Interpret requirements; collect, analyze, and validate information from multiple sources; verify facts; draw conclusions; and develop accurate, well-supported work products.  

• Interpret, synthesize, and condense complex material from a variety of sources for use in reports, briefings, presentations, and other organizational deliverables. 

• Develop background materials, analyses, options, and recommendations to support briefings and decision-making by senior management. 

• Coordinate with staff and other offices to fulfill reporting requirements, including collecting and analyzing information and preparing clear, comprehensive written reports. 

• Compile and organize data and translate findings into graphs, presentation slides, briefing materials, and other visual or written products. 

• Attend meetings, workshops, seminars, and other relevant forums; analyze information presented and prepare concise summaries of key proceedings, findings, and relevant issues. 

• Key activities include the integration of privacy into system lifecycles, reviewing and approving privacy documentation, supporting authorization activities, conducting privacy risk assessments, overseeing breach response coordination, developing and implementing privacy policies, training, and guidance. 

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in government affairs, public policy, or related field 

• Minimum TWO (2) years of privacy policy related experience.  

• Proficient in MS Office Suite 

• Demonstrated experience with policy analysis and evaluation. 

• Experience analyzing and/or writing policy briefs adhering to compliance standards. 

• Ability to conduct research, collect data, and combine findings 

• Knowledge of federal privacy laws and policies. 

• Must have an active secret clearance.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience in public health and/or health related policies preferred 

• Privacy Program Certification, such as the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) is desired. 

• Experience with Privacy Impact Assessments and System of Records Notices is very beneficial. 

• Familiarity with information technology procurement lifecycle is useful. 

• Able to apply analytical and critical thinking skills to analyze different types of information, solve problems, and support decisions being made.  

• Effectively work in a team setting.  

• Exhibit strong interpersonal skills.   

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• Detail-oriented. 
  
  

The annual salary range for this position is $65,000.00-$108,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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