Role Summary:
The DPO oversees the Client's compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and Digital Personal Data Protection Rules 2025 (hereinafter together referred to as DPDPA) acting as the primary interface with data principals and the Data Protection Board of India (hence DPBI) to ensure lawful, transparent handling of digital personal data. The role requires an India-based individual accountable to the DPBI, Information Security and Privacy Steering Committee/Board and responsible for monitoring obligations, managing grievances and advising on data protection practices.
Key Responsibilities:
The DPO ensures secure handling and protection of personal data by supervising data protection efforts, conducting audits, performing DPIAs, and maintaining privacy governance across the organisation. The role also acts as the single point of contact with regulators and individuals, monitoring compliance and reviewing policies to align with applicable data protection laws. Key responsibilities include the following:
Ensure organisational compliance with DPDPA and data protection obligations
Develop and update data protection policies, procedures, and frameworks
Handle data principal grievances and requests including access, erasure/deletion and data correction, and retention of personal data with appropriate provisions for children and persons with disabilities.
Maintain data processing registers and documentation related to consent management and privacy notices
Oversee third-party processor compliance through data processing agreements, audits and reviews
Lead and manage data breach detection, assessment and notification to Data Protection Board of India and data principals
Provide data protection training and awareness programs
Oversee and validate that technical and algorithmic processing measures are risk assessed and do not adversely impact the rights of data principals.
Report quarterly to Information Security and Privacy Steering Committee/Board
📌 Data Protection Officer (Hyderabad)
🏢 Infinity Learn
📍 Hyderabad
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