Privacy Specialist

Job Description GitLab is an open-core software company that develops the most comprehensive AI-powered DevSecOps Platform, used by more than 100,000 organizations. Our mission is to enable everyone to contribute to and co-create the software that powers our world. When everyone can contribute, consumers become contributors, significantly accelerating human progress. Our platform unites teams and organizations, breaking down barriers and redefining what's possible in software development. Thanks to products like Duo Enterprise and Duo Agent Platform, customers get AI benefits at every stage of the SDLC. The same principles built into our products are reflected in how our team works: we embrace AI as a core productivity multiplier, with all team members expected to incorporate AI into their daily workflows to drive efficiency, innovation, and impact. GitLab is where careers accelerate, innovation flourishes, and every voice is valued. Our high-performance culture is driven by our values and continuous knowledge exchange, enabling our team members to reach their full potential while collaborating with industry leaders to solve complex problems. Co-create the future with us as we build technology that transforms how the world develops software. An Overview Of This Role The Privacy Specialist supports GitLab's data privacy program by assisting with privacy compliance activities, conducting privacy assessments, and helping to implement privacy policies and procedures. Working under the direction of senior privacy team members, Privacy Specialists help ensure GitLab's practices align with global data protection regulations and internal privacy standards. What You'll Do - Assist with privacy impact assessments (PIAs), transfer impact assessments, and data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) - Help respond to data subject requests (DSRs) and other privacy-related inquiries from customers and team members - Assist in monitoring compliance with privacy representations in our policies and terms, and identifying areas for improvement - Assist in the intake and production responses to law enforcement or other public authorities requests - Support privacy training initiatives and contribute to privacy awareness programs - Maintain records of processing activities and privacy compliance documentation - Assist with the review of vendor data processing agreements - Help track and monitor privacy regulatory developments and changes in data protection laws - Support privacy incident response activities under the guidance of senior team members - Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Legal, Security, Engineering, and Product to integrate privacy considerations into business processes - Integrate privacy enhancing technologies or systems under the guidance of senior team members - Assist with the maintenance of privacy statements, policies, and internal procedures What You'll Bring - Minimum of 1-4 years of experience in privacy compliance, data protection, legal operations, or related field, preferably at a technology company - BA/BS required in a relevant field (e.g., Information Technology, Business, Legal Studies, or related discipline) - Foundational knowledge of data privacy principles and regulations (GDPR, CCPA, and other global privacy frameworks) - Strong analytical skills and attention to detail - Excellent organizational and project management abilities - Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to explain privacy concepts to non-technical audiences - Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams - Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment - Proactive mindset with enthusiasm for learning and developing privacy expertise - Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines - Familiarity with privacy management tools or willingness to learn - Ability to use GitLab Nice to haves - Privacy certification such as CIPP (Certified Information Privacy Professional) or working towards certification - Understanding of data security concepts and how they relate to privacy - Experience working in a software or technology environment - Familiarity with privacy by design principles - Experience with privacy compliance tools and platforms How GitLab Will Support You - Benefits to support your health, finances, and well-being - Flexible Paid Time Off - Team Member Resource Groups - Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan - Growth and Development Fund - Parental leave - Home office support Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application. Country Hiring Guidelines: GitLab hires new team members in countries around the world. All of our roles are remote, however some roles may carry specific location-based eligibility requirements. Our Talent Acquisition team can help answer any questions about location after starting the recruiting process. Privacy Policy: Please review our Recruitment Privacy Policy. Your privacy is important to us. GitLab is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. GitLab's policies and practices relating to recruitment, employment, career development and advancement, promotion, and retirement are based solely on merit, regardless of race, color, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), national origin, age, citizenship, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information (including family medical history), discharge status from the military, protected veteran status (which includes disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, active duty wartime or campaign badge veterans, and Armed Forces service medal veterans), or any other basis protected by law. GitLab will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. See also GitLab's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know during the recruiting process.