Information Technology Risk Analyst
Current• Spearheaded the development and implementation of a threat intelligence program, significantly enhancing the organization's cybersecurity posture and ability to proactively anticipate and mitigate emerging cyber threats. • Provided expert strategic guidance on data privacy laws and regulations (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, PIPEDA), achieving a remarkable 20% increase in compliance rates across all projects. • Led cross-functional teams in the design and implementation of a comprehensive incident response plan, minimizing the impact of security incidents and ensuring swift recovery, thereby safeguarding business continuity• Developed and delivered engaging training materials on data privacy principles, policies, and procedures for internal teams, fostering a culture of privacy awareness and compliance. • Conducted thorough data privacy impact assessments (DPIAs) and effectively managed data subject requests (DSRs), identifying and mitigating potential risks, resulting in a 15% reduction in privacy incidents. • Designed and executed impactful IT risk awareness training programs for employees, resulting in a notable 20% increase in overall organizational cybersecurity awareness. • Established strong relationships with external cybersecurity partners and vendors, securing access to cutting-edge threat intelligence and security technologies to fortify the organization's defense mechanisms. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to seamlessly integrate privacy-by-design principles into technology solutions, achieving a substantial 30% decrease in data breaches across global regions.• Successfully assisted with incident response and breach notifications, diligently investigating and mitigating potential harm across all locations to minimize negative impact.• Efficiently managed multiple projects concurrently, adeptly adapting to shifting priorities and fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders to achieve project success.