IT / Compliance Manager – Data Protection OfficerHybrid | PhilippinesFull-Time | Managerial Level
Office Beacon is looking for a seasoned IT / Compliance Manager - Data Protection Officer (DPO) to lead and oversee our organization’s Data Protection and Privacy Program. This is a managerial role designed for professionals with strong leadership, compliance, and regulatory expertise in data privacy and information protection.
🔐 About the RoleAs the Data Protection Officer, you will take ownership of the end-to-end privacy and data protection framework of the organization. You will work closely with senior leadership, IT Security, Legal, HR, and Compliance teams to ensure adherence to Philippine Data Privacy Act (DPA) and applicable global privacy regulations.This role requires a confident leader who can balance regulatory rigor, operational execution, and strategic oversight.
💼 Key ResponsibilitiesLead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization’s data privacy and protection programDevelop, maintain, and enforce privacy policies, standards, and procedures across all business unitsServe as the organization’s primary authority on data privacy compliance and governanceOversee privacy risk assessments, breach investigations, mitigation, and reportingEnsure compliance with applicable laws and frameworks, including Philippine DPA, NPC issuances, GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPAAct as the primary liaison with the National Privacy Commission (NPC) and other regulatory bodiesLead privacy training, awareness programs, and internal auditsCollaborate with Information Security, Legal, HR, and Operations to ensure consistent enforcement and corrective actionsSupervise incident response related to data breaches, complaints, and privacy violations
🎯 QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Information Management, IT, Compliance, or a related fieldStrong working knowledge of data privacy laws and regulatory requirementsProven leadership experience in IT compliance, data protection, or privacy governanceExcellent written and verbal communication skillsHigh level of integrity, discretion, and professional judgmentExperience managing audits, investigations, and regulatory reporting
PH Location & Work SetupPhilippines-based candidates onlyManagerial role with cross-functional leadership responsibilities