Privacy Engineer (Hybrid)

At Globe Life, we are committed to empowering our employees with the support and opportunities they need to succeed at every stage of their career. We take pride in fostering a caring and innovative culture that enables us to collectively grow and overcome challenges in a connected, collaborative, and mutually respectful environment that calls us to help Make Tomorrow Better.

Role Overview:

Could you be our next Privacy Engineer ? Globe Life is looking for a Privacy Engineer to join the team!

This role is responsible for transforming complex, high-volume information into clear, actionable insights that drive confident, informed decision-making across the organization. Working under the guidance of the Privacy Architecture Manager, the Privacy Engineer supports all aspects of the Privacy Architecture Program, ensuring compliance with federal and state privacy laws including GLBA, HIPAA, CCPA, PIPEDA, and the New Zealand Privacy Act. A core function of this position is the implementation and maintenance of Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs), equipping privacy leaders with accurate, timely, and relevant knowledge to navigate an ever-evolving regulatory landscape.

This is a hybrid position located in McKinney, TX. (WFH Monday & Friday, In Office Tuesday–Thursday).

What You Will Do:

• •Ensure privacy forms, policies, standards, and procedures are up-to-date, accurate, and within risk tolerance levels.
• •Perform initial and periodic information privacy risk assessment/analysis, mitigation, and remediation.
• •Conduct ongoing privacy compliance monitoring activities in coordination with the organization's other compliance and operational assessment functions.
• •Ensure the organization maintains appropriate privacy and confidentiality consents, authorization forms, information notices, and other materials reflecting current organizational and legal practices and requirements.
• •Work cross-functionally with other departments to provide guidance on the effectiveness of privacy controls.
• •Support privacy outreach and awareness-building.
• •Provide guidance to internal business partners regarding compliance with privacy regulations (SME).
• •Coordinate and collaborate with regulatory and compliance functions.
• •Conduct data privacy impact assessments.
• •Conduct Consent Management audits.
• •Perform and provide recommendations on privacy processes around Privacy Incident Investigations and Response, Privacy Program Assurance and Audits, Privacy Impact and Risk Assessments, and Stakeholder Communication and Management under the guidance of the Privacy Architecture Manager.
• •Research and stay current with privacy-related news and changes to policies.
• •Stay informed on applicable privacy laws and accreditation standards.
• •Research applicable laws, regulations, and standards that Globe Life must comply with.
• •Communicate effectively and proactively with ideas and recommendations for optimizing business operations, resources, and capacity to meet internal and external compliance goals.
• •Performs other duties as assigned.
• •Some travel may be required.

What You Can Bring:

• •Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, or Information Assurance, or 5 years of equivalent experience preferred.
• •1 to 2 years in Software Development, Information Security, Privacy, and/or a GRC-related role.
• •Familiar with relevant privacy legislation, standards, and major compliance frameworks including CCPA, PIPEDA, GDPR, HIPAA, and the New Zealand Privacy Act.
• •Knowledge of Privacy by Design (PbD) principles, with exposure to implementing PbD, Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), and/or Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
• •Experience in an operational risk program role, working with cross-functional teams, and conducting major compliance audits preferred.
• •CIPP/US or CIPP/C certification from IAPP required; CIPP/T, CISSP, CISM, or cloud privacy/security certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) preferred.
• •High technical aptitude with strong knowledge of Cookie Consent Management Platforms, GRC tool Archer, IT solution architecture, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• •Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to use a combination of analysis, experience, and judgment to develop feasible solutions.
• •Excellent time management, task planning, and prioritization skills.
• •Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• •Ability to work independently and under pressure with a high level of integrity and trust.

Applicable To All Employees of Globe Life Family of Companies:

Reliable and predictable attendance of your assigned shift.

Ability to work full time and/or part time based on the position specifications.

How Globe Life Will Support You:

Looking to continue your career in an environment that values your contribution and invests in your growth? We've curated a benefits package that helps to ensure that you don’t just work, but thrive at Globe Life:

Competitive compensation designed to reflect your expertise and contribution.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans because your well-being is fundamental to your performance.

Robust life insurance benefits and retirement plans, including company-matched 401k and pension plan.

Paid holidays and time off to support a healthy work-life balance.

Parental leave to help our employees welcome their new additions.

Subsidized all-in-one subscriptions to support your fitness, mindfulness, nutrition, and sleep goals.

Company-paid counseling for assistance with mental health, stress management, and work-life balance.

Continued education reimbursement eligibility and company-paid FLMI and ICA courses to grow your career.

Discounted Texas Rangers tickets for a proud visit to Globe Life Field.

Opportunity awaits! Invest in your professional legacy, realize your path, and see the direct impact you can make in a workplace that celebrates and harnesses your unique talents and perspectives to their fullest potential. At Globe Life, your voice matters.