Privacy Analyst - Information Technology Division

Are you a curious, self-motivated professional who enjoys learning new things, solving problems, and taking on new challenges? The Texas Department of Transportation is looking for a Privacy Analyst to join its Data Governance and Management team and help support and strengthen the agency's privacy program. This position provides an opportunity to work on a wide range of privacy and information governance issues, including conducting Privacy Impact Assessments, researching and applying privacy requirements, helping business and technology teams identify and manage privacy risks, supporting privacy incident response, and contributing to new privacy initiatives and tools. We are looking for someone who is analytical, dependable, eager to learn, comfortable taking ownership of assignments, and brings a positive, collaborative approach to working with others. Previous privacy experience is highly valued, but candidates with experience or education in areas such as information security, data governance, information policy, compliance, risk management, or related fields are also encouraged to apply. The Privacy Analyst reports to the Data Privacy Officer and Section Director for Data Governance and Management within the Information Technology Division. The position is based in Austin and works in a collaborative hybrid environment, with regular in-office work at the Stassney Campus

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Performs advanced privacy analysis work within the Information Technology Division's Data Governance and Management Section. Work involves coordinating the review and monitoring of controls over confidential and personal information to ensure appropriate and ethical data practices and prevent unauthorized use or disclosure. Conducts Privacy Impact Assessments; reviews systems, technologies, projects, and business processes for privacy risks; researches and interprets privacy requirements; and provides guidance to business and technology teams on the appropriate collection, use, sharing, retention, and protection of personal information. Assists with privacy incident response and may support the development and implementation of privacy policies, guidance, training, tools, and other privacy program initiatives. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. 

Essential Duties:

-  Assists in the preparation of management reports defining and evaluating problems and recommending solutions, and similar products for executive-level and external audiences.
-  Coordinates and/or reviews and evaluates Privacy Impact Assessments for systems that collect, store, use, transfer, and/or destroy personal information.
-  Develops and implements privacy policies, standards, guidelines, and operating procedures. 
-  Coordinates and/or reviews privacy and security controls and makes compliance recommendations.
-  Coordinates and/or reviews responses for privacy-related inquiries from internal and external customers.
-  Performs privacy awareness activities such as training; developing and maintaining privacy related communications; and leading workgroups and task forces.
-  Assist in responding to potential and confirmed privacy breaches, including investigating and remediating root cause issues, drafting breach notification documents such as letters, FAQs, and reporting documents.
-  Evaluates third-party contracts, and makes recommendations regarding privacy practices and controls, as appropriate.
-  Assists with analysis of privacy issues; develops assessments of potential impacts, cost/benefit analyses, and recommended policy options for the Commission, Administration, or legislative committees.
-  Researches current privacy industry standards.
-  Monitors, analyzes, and reviews privacy-related legislation.
-  Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience: 3 years of experience in privacy analysis, information security, compliance and risk management, or related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Cert Info Privacy Prof (CIPP)

Preferred Qualifications:

- Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP)

Competencies:

Knowledge of:
- Applicable principles, laws, rules, and regulations specific to managing personal information and protecting privacy.
- Portfolio, program and project planning, development and management
-  Statistical compilation practices and techniques, data presentation techniques, and reporting procedures
- Knowledge of privacy laws and principles, of process development, and of project management theories and practices. 

Expert Skill in:
-  Maintaining a safe working environment Proficient skill in

Proficient Skill in:
- Communicating vision and direction of how an organization should function or a system should work under ideal conditions and conveying to others
- Analyzing issues, facts, and available information to develop logical solutions; researching inconsistencies of facts or data; drawing correct inferences from information and making recommendations that support business decisions
-  Planning, overseeing, and coordinating multiple projects and program activities; evaluating results; and making necessary adjustments to meet short and long term deadlines
- Communicating complex ideas and information clearly, concisely, and effectively
- Conducting and analyzing research to make decisions and develop recommendations related to the collection and processing of personal information, in diagramming business process flows, and in the use of a computer and applicable software. 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

- Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
- Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
- Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• To be selected for and continue employment in this position, the selected incumbent must maintain the security or integrity of the agency’s critical infrastructure and will be subject to regular assessments of criminal history and/or reviewed for connections to foreign adversaries.

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information