Associate Director - Data Protection and Privacy

TC - CS - Data Protection and Privacy - AD At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. Service line - Position Title: At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. About Global Delivery Services Global Delivery Services refers to EY's worldwide network of service delivery centers. The GDS team plays an important role in EY’s strategy by ensuring effective support to EY’s growth agenda. Our journey started in 2002 with approximately 200 people. Today we stand at 80,000+ professionals in ten locations around the world. We operate in Argentina, China, Hungary, India, Philippines, Poland, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Spain and the United Kingdom. Client service is focused on providing Consulting, Assurance, Tax, Strategy & Transactions, and Knowledge support to our clients around the world. The teams enable account teams worldwide to provide seamless, high-quality, value-added support, helping deliver exceptional client service. Enablement Services provides cost-effective, high-skilled, and innovative services to support EY’s global and local enablement teams. Markets, BMC, AWS, Finance and Accounting, Risk Management, Procurement, People Shared Services, IT Service Delivery and IT Global Infrastructure services, are among the services offered by Enablement Services. Our innovation specialists serve the GDS Client Service and Enablement Services teams, along with Service Lines, Core Business Services and Sectors. The team brings the desired environment, technologies and skilled teams together for facilitation, rapid prototyping and innovative thinking. The competencies offered include analytics, digital, user experience, mobile technology, infrastructure, Microsoft technologies and open innovation. The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead our Data Protection & Privacy practice. This is a senior leadership role for a market-facing, technically credible and commercially minded professional who can scale a high-growth cyber capability across data protection, privacy, AI data risk, Microsoft Purview, DSPM, DLP/CASB, PKI, privacy operations and managed services. The successful candidate will help shape the next chapter of the practice as a Data Risk & AI Protection growth engine, supporting clients as they govern, protect, monitor and evidence control over sensitive data across AI, cloud, regulatory and emerging technology environments. Your Key Responsibilities Lead the growth strategy for the Data Protection & Privacy practice across advisory, implementation and operate services. Build market-facing propositions across AI Data Risk Governance, DSPM and Purview for AI, Privacy Protection & Operate, PQC/Crypto Agility and sector-specific data risk solutions. Partner with client teams, sector leaders, alliance partners and senior stakeholders to shape pursuits, solution themes and delivery models. Oversee complex client engagements across privacy, data protection, DLP/CASB/DSPM, Purview, PKI, encryption, RoPA, DSR, consent, DPIA and privacy controls. Drive development of reusable assets, accelerators, demo environments, reference architectures and delivery playbooks. Build and mentor high-performing teams across privacy, data protection engineering, Microsoft Purview, PKI, DSPM and AI-enabled data protection. Strengthen practice quality, delivery governance, solution consistency and measurable client outcomes. Skills and attributes for success 14+ years of experience in cyber security, data protection, privacy, data security, privacy engineering, cloud security, GRC or technology consulting. Proven experience leading large client programmes, practices, portfolios or globally distributed delivery teams. Strong understanding of data protection and privacy domains including DLP, CASB, DSPM, data discovery, classification, data governance, lineage, encryption, PKI, RoPA, DSR, consent and privacy controls. Experience with Microsoft Purview, privacy technologies, data security platforms, cloud ecosystems or managed services. Strong appreciation of AI-era data risks, including AI governance, AI-ready data labelling, DSPM for AI, AI DLP, secure AI adoption and emerging regulatory expectations. Executive presence, commercial orientation, structured communication and the ability to influence senior internal and client stakeholders. Relevant certifications such as CIPP, CIPM, CIPT, CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISO 27001, cloud security or Microsoft Purview-related credentials are preferred. > > What we offer you At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need. Our Commitment: As a commitment, we persistently endeavour to embody our values, fulfil our purpose, and champion inclusiveness. Our dedication is to cultivate EY into an environment where diverse perspectives are celebrated, creating a supportive atmosphere for individuals to authentically be themselves and contribute their utmost. Professional Development : From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe in continuous learning. We offer opportunities to build new skills, take on leadership roles, and connect and grow through mentorship. People and Culture: In our dynamic workplace, diversity, equity, and inclusiveness are ingrained in our culture. We're united by a commitment to create an environment where every individual's differences are valued, practices are equitable, fostering a sense of belonging. Our shared values include integrity, respect, teaming, inclusiveness, energy, enthusiasm, courage to lead, and building relationships based on doing the right thing. Benefits : Embark on a transformative career journey with us and indulge in a suite of premium benefits, encompassing exclusive health and wellness packages, enticing rewards, and cutting-edge learning opportunities that empower you to continually grow and excel in your professional and personal development. How to Apply : If you are passionate to join us and are aligned with our commitment to building a better working world, we invite you to apply by completing our user-friendly form with personal and professional information and by providing your consent to data privacy. Successful candidates advance to a competency-based interview. If mutual interest persists, a job offer awaits. “We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion”. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. 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