Sr. Privacy Regulatory Compliance Analyst

The Privacy Senior Regulatory Compliance Analyst is responsible for leading and driving complex regulatory and compliance initiatives with a specialized emphasis on privacy laws and data protection regulations. This role plays a critical part in promoting a culture of compliance and reducing enterprise risk related to noncompliance with federal and state privacy laws and regulations, including HIPAA, HITECH, CCPA, and other applicable healthcare data protection standards. This position is responsible for monitoring legislative and regulatory developments, assessing their impact on business operations, and leading and supporting the implementation of privacy compliance initiatives. As a subject matter expert, the Sr. Analyst provides strategic guidance to internal stakeholders, provides privacy risk assessments, collaborates cross-functionally to strengthen the organization’s privacy posture. The ideal candidate brings extensive knowledge of healthcare privacy regulations, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory requirements to protect personal information and uphold organizational integrity.

• Monitor, analyze, and communicate changes in privacy and security laws and regulations across all US jurisdictions.
• Provide expert compliance guidance and recommendations to business partners on privacy-related matters, including data handling and consent management.
• Lead complex privacy investigations and breach response activities.
• Enhance the privacy posture of the organization by leading privacy compliance initiatives, including conducting privacy impact assessments and supporting the development of mitigation strategies for identified risks.
• Collaborate with legal, cybersecurity, data governance, IT and business partners to implement and maintain privacy compliance requirements, processes, and controls.
• Serve as a primary contributor to client due diligence questionnaires, RFPs, and other privacy related inquiries regarding the organization’s privacy program.
• Serve as a primary contact for Business Associate Agreements, Data Protection Agreements, Information Security Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements,  and other privacy and confidentiality contract provision reviews.
• Develop and maintain privacy policies, standards, and procedures.
• Effectively report on privacy compliance performance, risks, and key performance indicators to key stakeholders, including executive leadership.
• Collaborate with and mentor privacy investigators and junior compliance analysts to support their development and contribute to a more robust and agile Privacy program.
• Project manage team and departmental initiatives to improve privacy program processes, create efficiencies, and support enterprise strategic goals.

• 5+ years healthcare work experience w/Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• CIPP, CHC, cybersecurity, or other related privacy and security certifications.
• Master’s or other advanced degree preferred.
• Experience in health insurance or healthcare privacy compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of US privacy laws and regulations.
• Strong analytical skills to analyze complex privacy and security regulations and assess organizational impact. 
• Experience with privacy management tools and platforms.
• Ability to work under pressure with short deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate privacy requirements and influence compliance outcomes.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with natural curiosity to expedite independent learning and proactively identify opportunities for privacy program improvements.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in gray areas and navigating ambiguities.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills to effectively manage competing priorities.
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to collaborate, mobilize others, and influence without authority by building trust and communicating effectively.
• Working knowledge of Westlaw or other legal research databases.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.
• Working knowledge of SharePoint.

Base Pay Information

The national base pay range at the end is a good-faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental’s assessment of the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity. 
Pay Grade 20. $71,400 - $149,500

Behind the smile! We are dedicated to safeguarding the health and financial stability of our employees and their loved ones. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:

• Competitive base and incentive pay 
• 401(k) with robust matching and non-matching contributions
• Rich medical & pharmacy benefits
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision benefits
• Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives
• Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off
• Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
• Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet care assistance
• Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
• Employee discount program

Fair Chance Ordinances and Criminal Background Considerations  This position requires that the applicant undergo a background check. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state or local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or New York Corrections Law Article 23-A.
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