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Join Tsaaro as a Senior Data Protection Consultant

Lead with Purpose. Deliver Impact. Shape Privacy.

Are you an experienced privacy and security professional looking to take the next big step in your career?

At Tsaaro , we don’t just deliver compliance — we redefine how data privacy and security are implemented across industries.

We’re growing rapidly and are looking for Senior Data Protection Consultant who thrives in dynamic environments, understands complex regulatory frameworks, and has a track record of delivering real-world, high-impact solutions to clients.

At Tsaaro, privacy and security are not side functions — they are our core. Our team includes dedicated data privacy consultants and cybersecurity specialists, all collaborating to empower organizations with tailored, effective, and cost-conscious solutions.

We bring a practical, risk-based consulting approach, offering clients actionable insights and hands-on support to help them manage privacy risks, demonstrate compliance, and strengthen their data protection posture.

Your Role: Senior Data Protection Consultant

As a Senior Consultant, you will serve as a strategic advisor to our clients, leading engagements across privacy governance, compliance readiness, and risk management.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and oversee privacy and data protection programs tailored to client needs.

Evaluate clients’ privacy and security controls, identifying gaps and building actionable roadmaps.

Monitor compliance, maintain activity logs, liaise with PDPA, escalate breaches, uphold independence, get accredited

Lead privacy gap assessments, PIAs , RoPA , DPIAs , and audits across diverse sectors.

Provide strategic guidance on regulations including PDPA, GDPR , CCPA , Act , and emerging global laws.

Develop and review privacy policies, training materials, and compliance documentation.

Drive implementation of ISO 27001, ISO 27701, NIST , and other global frameworks.

Support incident response planning, breach notification, and Data Subject Rights processes.

Conduct internal audits, risk assessments, and ISMS documentation in alignment with certification requirements.

Collaborate with cross-functional client teams to deliver end-to-end privacy solutions .

Contribute to cybersecurity initiatives including GRC strategy , policy development , and audit readiness .

2+ years of hands-on experience in data privacy, protection, or cybersecurity consulting.

Strong understanding of global privacy laws such as PDPL , GDPR, CCPA , and others.

Solid grasp of ISO 27001, 27701, NIST, and related standards.

Experience in privacy assessments, compliance projects, ISMS implementation , and client communication.

Certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT , ISO/IEC 27001 LA/LI, ISO/IEC 27701 (preferred).

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, client-facing confidence, and analytical thinking.

• A mindset that is solution-oriented, collaborative, and growth-driven .
  Must Have:

Must hold at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology

Possess a recognized professional certification in Information Security, Cybersecurity, or Information Security Audit. Alternatively, candidates with a minimum of two years of practical experience in any of these fields will also be considered.

Should have a good reputation , with no final conviction for crimes involving breach of trust, honor, or professional ethics, unless legally reinstated.

Must not have been dismissed from previous employment due to disciplinary actions, or had their professional license revoked/suspended based on a disciplinary ruling.

Passport orCPR Copy

Work with one of the most specialized and fast-growing privacy consulting firms in India.

Exposure to multinational clients and global regulations .

A clear career path with opportunities to lead projects and mentor junior consultants .

Ownership of high-impact, strategic engagements from day one.

Flexible work culture – hybrid options available.

Ongoing support for certifications, professional development, and learning.

From the Tsaaro Team:

"At Tsaaro, we’re building not just a consulting firm, but a community of privacy professionals who care about making a difference. If you’re ready to move beyond checklists and become a true advisor, we want you on our team."

Ready to Elevate Your Privacy Career?

Apply now and be a part of Tsaaro’s mission to revolutionize privacy and cybersecurity consulting .

• Providing expert legal advice on global data privacy laws and regulations, including GDPR, CCPA, and emerging privacy frameworks.
• Developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive data protection policies, procedures, and privacy notices.
• Conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and Privacy Risk Assessments for new projects and initiatives.
• Advising on data processing agreements, vendor contracts, and cross-border data transfer mechanisms.
• Leading the legal response to data privacy inquiries from regulatory authorities and individuals.
• Managing and coordinating the company's response to data breaches, including investigation, notification, and remediation efforts.
• Developing and delivering data privacy training programs for employees across the organization.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders, including IT, Security, Marketing, and Product teams, to ensure privacy-by-design principles are embedded.
• Staying abreast of legal developments and best practices in data protection and cybersecurity.
• Managing external counsel and internal resources dedicated to data protection matters.
• Representing the company in interactions with data protection authorities where necessary.

• Providing expert legal advice on all aspects of data protection and privacy law.
• Developing and implementing comprehensive data privacy compliance programs for clients.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating data processing agreements and other related contracts.
• Conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs).
• Advising on data breach response strategies and managing notification processes.
• Representing clients in regulatory investigations and enforcement actions related to data privacy.
• Developing and delivering tailored training sessions to clients' employees and stakeholders.
• Staying abreast of evolving data protection laws, regulations, and best practices globally.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external counsel to ensure cohesive legal strategies.
• Assisting with the development of new services and products related to data privacy.

Play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with data protection laws and regulations, establishing and maintaining robust data protection policies and procedures, and acting as a key contact person for all data protection matters within the organization. The ideal candidate should possess a deep understanding of data protection principles, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct regular audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of existing data protection measures and identify opportunities for enhancement.
2. Act as a liaison with regulatory authorities and external auditors during data protection audits, investigations, or inquiries.
3. Monitor and assess the organization's data processing activities to identify potential risks, compliance gaps, and areas for improvement.
4. Lead incident response and breach management activities, including conducting investigations, implementing containment measures, and ensuring timely reporting of data breaches as mandated by applicable laws.
5. Develop and implement comprehensive data protection policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure full compliance with relevant data protection laws and regulations.
6. Collaborate with relevant departments to review and evaluate privacy impact assessments (PIAs) for new projects, systems, or processes involving the collection, use, or storage of personal data.
7. Provide expert advice and guidance to management and employees on data protection requirements, best practices, and the implementation of effective security measures.
8. Serve as the primary point of contact for all data protection-related queries, requests, and concerns from internal stakeholders, data subjects, and regulatory authorities.
9. Develop and deliver training programs and awareness initiatives to educate employees on data protection principles, policies, and practices.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as law, information technology, or data protection.
2. Certification as a Data Protection Officer (CDPO) or equivalent is preferable.
3. In-depth knowledge of data protection laws and regulations, including GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant regional or industry-specific requirements.
4. Strong understanding of information security principles and best practices.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex data protection concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
6. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a capacity to assess risks, identify gaps, and propose suitable solutions.
7. Ability to work collaboratively across departments, exert influence, and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
8. Experience in conducting data protection audits, assessments, and privacy impact assessments.

• Monitor security systems and analyze security alerts to detect and respond to threats.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies and procedures.
• Lead incident response activities and conduct post-incident analysis.
• Perform security audits and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Research and stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
• Provide security awareness training to employees.
• Collaborate with IT teams to implement security solutions and best practices.
• Manage security tools and technologies, ensuring their effectiveness.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in information security, cybersecurity operations, or a related role.
• Proven experience in incident response, threat analysis, and vulnerability management.
• Strong understanding of network security, cryptography, and security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
• Proficiency with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint detection and response (EDR).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CISM are highly desirable.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment and manage multiple priorities.

This role will be responsible for handling the implementation and maintenance of GFG and subsidiaries Information Security Management System in accordance with local laws, regulations and best practices.

1. Support Head Information Security in defining and implementation of information security governance documentation including policies, manual, SOPs and guidelines.
2. Support Head Information Security in conducting Risk-based Assessment of Information Security policies and operating procedures owned by other departments within the group against industry-recognized security standards and best practices, ensuring adequate preventive, detective and corrective controls to provide data integrity, confidentiality and availability.
3. Support Head Information Security in conducting analysis of security requirements and controls to identify gaps and provides recommendations of industry best practices, trends, and technology products.
4. Support Head Information Security in conducting on annual basis and continuous basis Information Security Risk Assessment, identify business and technology risks, internal controls which mitigate risks, and related opportunities for internal control improvement.
5. Develop and maintain information register and ensure that the information is classified by data owners and protected in accordance with the information classification framework.
6. Conducting awareness sessions to the new and existing employees on information security policies and global trends as per the awareness program.
7. Support in defining information security requirements in information systems, projects and third parties in cooperation with the delivery departments i.e. ICT, and FM.
8. Support in conducting incident investigation for information security incidents and ensuring that the necessary actions and disciplinary actions are taken.
9. Support in defining information security requirements to be included in ICT Disaster recovery plans to ensure continuity of information security controls during disasters.
10. Support in conducting internal and external audits to ensure that BAC Information Security Management system complies with best practices and local regulations.
11. Improve the maturity of the information security management system through suggesting and supporting in the implementation of technologies such as DLP solutions, GRC solutions etc.

Bachelor’s degree in information technology.

Certified Information Security Auditor (CISA) (Preferred)

3+ years of Information Security experience

1. Proven ability to establish and manage “dotted-line” business relationships to deliver agreed outcomes/deliverables.
2. Ability to work effectively with all levels of personnel across the organization.
3. Proven ability to communicate clearly and appropriately based on audience with excellent facilitation and customer service skills.
4. Excellent written and verbal communications, critical thinking skills, effective interpersonal skills, strong formal presentation abilities.
5. Ability to be flexible and work effectively with ambiguity and change.