
Privacy Analyst
USA TODAY Co., Inc. · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $110,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Support USA TODAY Co.'s privacy program compliance.
- Review ad tech stack and analyze data flows.
- Assist with security incidents and breach response.
- Manage privacy documentation and vendor assessments.
- Stay updated on global privacy laws.
About the role
Privacy Analyst
USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions. USA TODAY Co. open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at USA TODAY Co., you should be completing an application on USA TODAY Co. Careers via Dayforce. Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid. If you are a California resident, you acknowledge that by applying for a job with us, this California Job Applicant Privacy Notice will apply to our collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information. To connect with us, visit www.usatodayco.com
About the Role
The position of Privacy Analyst in the USA Today Co. Privacy Office will fulfill a critical role in supporting USA Today Co.’s privacy program to comply with privacy laws, mitigate risk, and build trust with our customers and consumers.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct architecture reviews of the ad tech stack and provide privacy guidance to our ad tech teams.
- Analyze system designs and data flows to identify and mitigate potential privacy vulnerabilities.
- Provide privacy support for security incident response, triaging privacy incident investigation, and supporting the USA Today Co. Privacy Office in related breach response.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of privacy content for the company’s privacy intranet.
- Support assessments of third-party vendors for privacy compliance.
- Website cookie Scanning management.
- Stay current with international and domestic privacy laws and regulations, including GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, and others relevant to our industry.
- Help manage the OneTrust suite of privacy modules used by Gannett.
- Help to maintain records of data processing activities and data protection impact assessments to demonstrate compliance with applicable data protection laws.
- Support responding to data subject rights requests.
- Manage program metrics and reporting.
- Ad-hoc activities, as required.
Qualifications
- Strong understanding of data protection laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA).
- Strong understanding of data privacy principles, risk assessment, and mitigation.
- IAPP certification(s) (CIPM, CIPP, CIPT), or ISO27001 certification(s), or ISACA Privacy Certification.
- OneTrust certification.
- Familiarity with Privacy by Design principles.
- Experience with conducting impactful reviews (PIAs, audits, process evaluations, gap assessments, etc.).
- Experience with Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs) and infrastructure for enabling data analysis in a privacy-conscious manner, including sharing business insights with customers and advertisers.
- Knowledge of the ad tech ecosystem preferred.
- Experience with technical privacy concepts (e.g., anonymization, encryption, differential privacy).
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 3-5 years of experience in privacy compliance.
Compensation
The annualized base salary for this role will range between $90,000 and $110,000. Base compensation is reflective of many factors, including, but not limited to, the market in which one lives/works, individual education level, skills, certifications and experience. Note: variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and based on the role, may be applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer
USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at Recruit@usatodayco.com. Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.
Key skills/competency
- Privacy Laws and Regulations
- Data Protection
- Risk Assessment
- Privacy by Design
- Ad Tech Ecosystem
- Privacy Enhancing Technologies
- Privacy Incident Response
- Third-Party Vendor Assessment
- Data Subject Rights
- OneTrust
Skills & topics
- Privacy Analyst
- Data Privacy
- GDPR
- CCPA
- Privacy Compliance
- Risk Assessment
- Ad Tech
- OneTrust
- Information Security
- Media Industry
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your experience with GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and privacy principles, aligning with the Privacy Analyst role at USA TODAY Co.
- Showcase relevant certifications: Emphasize IAPP, ISO27001, ISACA, or OneTrust certifications to demonstrate expertise.
- Detail your review experience: Provide examples of conducting PIAs, audits, and gap assessments for privacy compliance.
- Prepare for technical and behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss ad tech knowledge and privacy-enhancing technologies.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the salary range for the Privacy Analyst position at USA TODAY Co.?
- The annualized base salary for the Privacy Analyst role at USA TODAY Co. ranges between $90,000 and $110,000. This figure reflects factors like location, education, skills, certifications, and experience. Variable compensation may also apply depending on the role.
- What specific privacy laws does USA TODAY Co. require knowledge of for the Privacy Analyst role?
- The Privacy Analyst role at USA TODAY Co. requires a strong understanding of data protection laws and regulations, including but not limited to GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and HIPAA, as they are relevant to the media and digital marketing industry.
- What certifications are preferred for the Privacy Analyst position at USA TODAY Co.?
- While not always mandatory, IAPP certifications (CIPM, CIPP, CIPT), ISO27001 certifications, ISACA Privacy Certification, or OneTrust certification are preferred for the Privacy Analyst position at USA TODAY Co. These demonstrate specialized knowledge in data privacy and compliance.
- How can I apply for the Privacy Analyst job at USA TODAY Co. if I am a California resident?
- If you are a California resident applying for the Privacy Analyst position at USA TODAY Co., please be aware that the California Job Applicant Privacy Notice will apply to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information. Ensure you are applying through the official USA TODAY Co. Careers via Dayforce portal.
- Does USA TODAY Co. offer accommodations for applicants with disabilities or religious needs for the Privacy Analyst role?
- Yes, USA TODAY Co., Inc. provides reasonable accommodations for applicants who require them due to a disability or religion to complete the application process for roles like the Privacy Analyst. Please contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at Recruit@usatodayco.com.
- What is the experience level required for the Privacy Analyst role at USA TODAY Co.?
- The Privacy Analyst position at USA TODAY Co. requires 3-5 years of experience in privacy compliance. A Bachelor’s degree is also required.
- What technical skills are important for a Privacy Analyst at USA TODAY Co.?
- Key technical skills for a Privacy Analyst at USA TODAY Co. include familiarity with the ad tech ecosystem, experience with Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs), and knowledge of technical privacy concepts such as anonymization and encryption.