Privacy Director

Ameris Bank is a purpose-driven company, dedicated to bringing financial peace of mind to communities, one person at a time. Whether a customer wants to grow their business, buy a home, or feel confident in their retirement plan, they have a partner in Ameris Bank. We serve customers in our locations across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and nationwide through our extensive digital offerings and mobile app.

Delivering financial peace of mind starts with a team that values integrity and rewards ingenuity. At Ameris, you'll find teammates who are inclusive, collaborative problem-solvers who go the extra mile to support one another and to meet every customer's needs. When teammates are empowered and bring their diverse perspectives to the table, we create the best possible outcomes for our customers. At Ameris, we know that a growth mindset is key for high performance and fosters an environment that prioritizes continuous improvement. Teammates have access to Employee Resource Groups that serve as advocates and allies as well as professional development opportunities to drive ongoing education. Learn more about our purpose and how you can bring it to life as an Ameris Bank teammate.

The Privacy Director position is responsible for overseeing the identification, evaluation, and testing of Information Security privacy and security compliance related controls for Ameris Bank. The position requires strong partnership and collaboration with Business Units and functional areas while simultaneously observing an appropriate degree of independence. This position will assist in the planning, preparation, and performance of activities under the Information Security Program, including identifying risks, performing risk assessments and monitoring and testing. The Privacy Director also creates, maintains, and reviews applicable internal policies, standards, procedures, programs, and issue management. This position will work with the advisory functions to ensure an effective overall program. Performs other projects and duties as assigned.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities:

• Manage Information Security-related Privacy and Security Compliance controls and functions

• Ensure Ameris Bank leadership is aware and prepared for current and emerging Privacy and Security Compliance landscape

• Liaison with internal business units, internal and external counsel, and external 3rd parties on Information Security related Privacy and Security Compliance matters

• Review and examine various business units for Information Security compliance with numerous banking regulations, including but not limited to, GLBA, PCI, FFIEC, California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), NYDFS, CFPB, the Electronic Funds Transfer Act, Truth in Savings Act, Truth in Lending Act, Expedited Funds Availability Act, and Unfair and Deceptive Acts and Practices.

• Flexibility to also examine consumer lending regulations on ad-hoc basis. These Regulations include the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, Truth in Lending Act, Military Lending Act, Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, Equal Credit Opportunity Act, and the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Strong ability to interpret and apply various banking regulations, to monitor and test situations and to memorialize issues and observations in detailed reports.

• A strong ability to research and stay current on banking regulations and commentary.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Takes a professional approach relating to others, treats others with consideration and respect regardless of employee level.

• Ability to adapt and manage frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

• Uses good judgement while making decisions

Industry and Work Experience:

• 8+ years of Information Security experience

• PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Mid-sized Banking Industry experience or greater

Academic:

• High school diploma or GED required

• Bachelor degree preferred

• Relevant Cyber Security or Privacy certifications preferred

Disclaimer:

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)