Privacy Specialist I

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Who we are

Bixal is a mission-driven, woman-owned small business determined to improve people's lives through human-centered strategies and transformative technologies, with a firm belief that everyone has the right to an effective government.

We deliver on this belief by partnering with leading Federal agencies to design, develop, and deliver powerful customer experiences through holistic digital product solutions and strategic communications initiatives––bringing a high standard and unique creative energy to our clients––and our wonderfully diverse culture is what makes it all possible.

Bixal unites different people with different perspectives from all over the world! We provide our team with an open and empowered environment where collaboration thrives and solutions flourish. 

What will you do?

The Privacy Specialist t 1 will be part of a team to support USAID M/CIO’s Information Assurance transformation into a mature and fully integrated and adaptive Enterprise Information Assurance program. This is an entry-level position ideal for individuals who are passionate about cybersecurity and eager to start their career in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. As a Privacy Specialist, you

will support the agency’s Cybersecurity Privacy team to promote an overall culture of privacy throughout the organization.

Location:

You must be legally eligible to work in the United States. Bixal does not provide visa sponsorship. You must be able to pass and maintain a Secret clearance. Preferences will be given to candidates who reside in the Washington DC metropolitan area. Remote work is available through this contract.

Responsibilities

• Documentation review of Privacy Impact Assessment/Privacy Threshold Analysis, SORNs, SHRs, ODPAs, and other forms and surveys.
• Collaborate with other teams within the agency, including CSIRT to prevent and respond to incidents involving privacy data.
• Support privacy topics and inputs for briefings to senior leaders including the SAOP, CPO, and CIO.
• Responsible for mentoring and development of junior privacy analysts as well as providing strategicrecommendations to the agency’s Privacy Branch Chief.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent experience, plus at least two years of relevant experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Must be able to balance multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance

 

 

Competitive base salary

Flex hours

Work from home flexibility

401K with matching incentive

Parental Leave

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Flex Spending Account

Company provided short-term disability

Company provided life insurance

Commuter benefits

Generous PTO

11 Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

New business referral bonus

Please note that candidates selected may undergo a background investigation and, if applicable, meet eligibility requirements for suitability.

Bixal is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It ensures equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and beyond.