What does a DATA PROTECTION OFFICER do?

In this article I will describe the role of an Data Protection Officer.

Responsibilities

The Data Protection Officer is responsible for all data processing activities in an organization.

Some examples of tasks you will perform as a Data Protection Officer are the following:

• You will perform controls and monitoring for data processing in your organization
• Consulting of other departments regarding to data protection
• You will educate employees on data protection laws

Skills needed

In order to become a Data Protection Officer, you will need these skills:

• You should have good knowledge in Data Protection Laws, such as the GDPR
• You should be proficient in working independently
• You should have communications and presentations skills#

Career

As a Data Protection Officer you have good career expectations, because every organization has to comply to data protection laws. As a Data Protection Officer you will have an average salary of 64,000$ per year. As a Data Protection Officer you are either employed at a company or you can freelance.

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