About Us:
Paytm is India’s largest digital payments and financial services platform, leading the mobile QR revolution. We power millions of businesses and individuals, and we’re building scalable, resilient systems to serve half a billion Indians and beyond.
Here at Paytm, technology isn't just about keeping up, it's about building the future. We believe the next generation of engineers must not only scale systems to billions but also leverage AI and GPT tools to accelerate innovation.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Data Protection and Privacy Manager, who will be responsible for overseeing the organization's data protection strategy and ensuring compliance with Indian laws such as the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Personal Data Protection Bill. The DPPM will work closely with DPO and regulatory authorities to ensure that sensitive data is processed securely and ethically. This role is crucial in safeguarding our digital assets and maintaining compliance with industry standards and law.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Legal Compliance:
Ensure adherence to data protection laws, including local DPDPA, IT Act and international regulations like GDPR.
2. Policy Development: Formulate and implement data protection policies and guidelines across the organization.
3. Data Classification & Security: Well versed in managing the DSPM, DLP and PET technologies.
4. Data Breach Management: Investigate and report data breaches to relevant authorities within the stipulated timeframe.
5. Training & Awareness: Conduct training sessions for employees on data protection practices and raise awareness about privacy policies.
6. Impact Assessments: Perform Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA) to identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
7. Grievance Redressal: Act as the point of contact for data principals (individuals) for grievances related to data handling or privacy violations.
8. Recordkeeping: Maintain records of all data processing activities an