Resume of Data Protection Officer in Text Format
AKSHITA SANKHLA
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DATA PROTECTION OFFICER -leveraging 8+ years of experience
An enthusiastic and results-driven data protection officer responsible for ensuring the organization's compliance with data protection laws, regulations, and guidelines. Expertise with a proven track record of promoting a culture of data protection and privacy, protecting sensitive information, and maintaining compliance with evolving privacy requirements.
PROFILE SUMMARY
- A data protection officer with a proven track record for overseeing data protection compliance, managing data breach incidents, handling data subject rights requests, and establishing a robust privacy governance framework.
- Experience backed skills in successfully designing and executing data privacy impact assessment by, employing state-of-the-art methodologies and techniques.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risks and recommend appropriate controls.
- Fully familiar with privacy risk assessment methodologies and data protection impact assessments.
- Skilled at conducting detailed analyses of industry-specific data protection and identifying continuous improvements to support data privacy.
- Well-versed in adhering to ethical guidelines and safety protocols to ensure the integrity of data protection.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Data Protection Compliance
- Data Subjects Rights
- Risk Assessment
- Data Privacy Impact Assessment
- Data Processing Agreement
- Analytical Skills
- Data Breach Management
- Privacy Governance
- Communication Skills
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TATA Skys, Chandigarh | Nov 2020 - Present
Data Protection Officer
- Ensuring the organization's compliance with relevant data protection laws, regulations, and guidelines, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable regional or industry-specific data protection requirements.
- Developing, implementing, and maintaining data protection policies, procedures, and guidelines in alignment with legal requirements and best practices.
- Conducting and overseeing the process to identify and assess privacy risks associated with the organization's data processing activities.
- Provided recommendations and implement measures to mitigate identified risks.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure privacy and data protection principles are integrated into the design of systems, processes, and products from the outset.
- Developing and managing an effective data breach management process, including incident response planning, breach notification procedures, and communication with relevant authorities.
- Managing data subject rights requests, including access, rectification, erasure, and objection.
- Ensuring timely and compliant responses to data subjects' inquiries and requests.
- Developing and delivering data protection training programs for employees, contractors, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Promoting awareness and understanding of data protection obligations across the organization.
- Establishing and maintaining a robust privacy governance framework, including regular audits, compliance monitoring, and privacy risk assessments.
- Ensuring appropriate documentation and record-keeping of data protection activities.
- Reviewing, negotiating, and advising on data processing agreements with external parties, ensuring the inclusion of necessary data protection clauses and safeguards.
Stark Air Space, Chandigarh | Jan 2016 - Oct 2020
Data Protection Analyst
- Provided advice to clients on their Privacy and Data protection compliance posture.
- Conducted privacy compliance assessments and reported on identified gaps regarding applicable regulation(s) and associated risks.
- Developed prioritized action plan and recommended appropriate measures to comply with relevant Privacy and Data protection regulation(s) and best practices.
- Monitored legislative changes, and made the necessary recommendations to ensure compliance.
- Implemented and managed privacy compliance program.
- Drafted pertinent reports and deliverables according to the services.
- Acted as the outsourced Data Protection Officer for clients, or as the advisor of the existing internal Data Protection Officer.
- Acted as the subject matter expert for privacy and security-related policies and procedures revision and development.
- Conducted Privacy and Data Protection Impact Assessments (PIA/DPIA).
- Developed and provided Privacy and Data protection staff awareness and training.
- Supported the sales function in engineering sales related to privacy services, which may include assisting in the redaction of proposals and participating in meetings with leads.
Indian Space Research Organization, Ghaziabad | May 2014 - Dec 2015
Privacy Compliance Officer
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive data privacy compliance program that aligns with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Continuously monitored changes in data protection regulations and update the compliance program accordingly.
- Created, reviewed, and updated data privacy policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and best practices.
- Oversaw and assisted in conducting Data Privacy Impact Assessments (DPIAs) as well as identified and assessed privacy risks associated with new projects, systems, or processes.
- Provided recommendations to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with privacy requirements.
- Developed and managed an effective privacy incident response process.
- Ensured timely identification, assessment, and reporting of privacy incidents or breaches to the relevant stakeholders, including data protection authorities and affected individuals.
- Evaluated privacy and data protection practices of vendors and third-party partners.
- Reviewed and negotiated data processing agreements and assess their compliance with privacy requirements.
- Conducted periodic audits or assessments of third-party vendors to ensure ongoing compliance.
COURSES
- Data Management and its protection at Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi | Apr 2014
- Data Privacy and Risk Assessment at Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi | Sep 2013
ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS
EDUCATION:
- MBA in Data Management, Institute of Management | Noida, Jul 2011 - Apr 2013
- B.Tech in Informational Technology, Amity University | Noida, Jul 2006 - Apr 2011
PERSONAL DOSSIER
Languages Known- English, and Hindi
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