Job Title: Data Governance Professional

Location: Dallas, TX | Onsite

Employment Type: Contract

Duration: 6-12 months

Pay: $56/hr

About:

VLink, founded in 2006, is a leading global provider of software engineering services with next-gen technologies and best-in-class talent. Our Headquarters are in the U.S, and we have offices in 7+ countries from North America-Europe to APAC, with expansion plans in the Middle East. With over 1,000 employees working globally, VLink has helped SMBs, and large enterprises achieve their business goals, and gained the trust of Fortune-250 companies. VLink is 'Great Place to Work® CertifiedTM' and has been a consistent winner as- Best Places to Work in CT. Trust, collaboration, and accountability are the three elements that are at the core of VLink's work culture. We value our professionals, providing comprehensive benefits and the opportunity for growth.

Job Details:

We are looking for a Data Governance professional with privacy and security experience. This role will help maintain and enhance our client's data management and governance processes in the Chief Data Office.
This role sits at the intersection of governance, legal/compliance, and technology and will focus on operational efforts around third party management, legal compliance around data, privacy requirements, data inventory operations, and other related processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development, implementation, and adoption of data governance related to third parties

• Enhancement of a third party data inventory system and process

• Support certification processes for new third party transfers

• Support the development of a data transfer inventory program

• Facilitate the execution and continuous improvement of enterprise data governance, data inventory, data protection, and records and information management (RIM) programs in line with legal, regulatory, and telecom industry requirements

• Support data management activities related to third party data sharing, vendor risk management, data retention and disposal schedules, contractual data protection requirements, and sensitive data

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Law, Business, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 3–6 years of experience in data governance, data privacy, compliance, or related data management roles

• Solid understanding of privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and/or other regional/sectoral laws) and data classifications like CPNI and SPI

• Strong analytical skills with ability to review both technical documents and contracts for impact on third party data transfers

• Excellent communication skills, with ability to explain privacy/governance concepts to non technical stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certification such as CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, CIPT, or CDMP

• Prior experience in the telecommunications industry, with working knowledge of CPNI and Call Detail Records

Employment Practices:

VLink is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

This job application process may use AI-powered tools to assist in screening and evaluating applications based on objective, job-related qualifications. AI is used solely to support the recruitment process and all final hiring decisions are made exclusively by our human recruitment team.

Applicant information will be handled in accordance with VLink's privacy policy.