Data Privacy Specialist
CurrentAs a Privacy Specialist at CNO Financial Group, I play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with data privacy and security regulations across the organization. By aligning business operations with frameworks like HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA, GLBA, CPRA etc. I collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to implement security controls, conduct gap analysis, and mitigate risks.My responsibilities include conducting security risk assessments, managing DSAR and DNS requests, performing Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), and overseeing the Third-Party Risk Assessment process through OneTrust. I also have extensive experience with data dictionaries and data mapping, supporting efficient data governance and process optimization.I leverage advanced tools such as EDC, BigID, Axon, LeanIX and MS Excel to map data flows, conduct metadata analysis, and produce insightful reports for informed decision-making. My ability to integrate OneTrust with external systems and develop custom APIs has enhanced data management and strengthened governance practices.Committed to delivering practical, compliant solutions, I focus on safeguarding consumer privacy while navigating emerging global privacy laws, all while contributing to strategic initiatives at CNO Financial Group.