Senior Director, Chief Privacy Lead (MedTech)

TL;DR

Senior Director, Chief Privacy Lead (MedTech): Leading the global privacy strategy, governance, and operational execution for a complex medical technology organization with an accent on data protection compliance, information governance, and privacy-by-design. Focus on navigating international regulatory frameworks like GDPR and HIPAA, managing privacy risks, and advising executive leadership on data ethics and digital health innovation.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from Pittsburgh, PA or Chelmsford, MA

Salary: $220,000–$290,000

Company

hirify.global Corporation is a global leader in medical devices and software solutions dedicated to improving patient outcomes for serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions.

What you will do

• Set and execute the global enterprise-wide privacy strategy, policies, and governance framework.
• Ensure compliance with global privacy, data protection, and cybersecurity laws including GDPR and HIPAA.
• Lead privacy risk management, including oversight of privacy impact assessments and mitigation plans.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate privacy-by-design principles into products and digital initiatives.
• Monitor emerging privacy laws and provide strategic guidance to senior leadership on regulatory developments.
• Develop and implement a company-wide privacy training program and oversee privacy incident response.

Requirements

• JD from the United States or a European jurisdiction required.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in privacy, data protection, or cybersecurity risk functions.
• Experience in a complex global healthcare, MedTech, or pharmaceutical organization.
• Proven ability to advise senior executives on privacy strategy and enterprise risk.
• Fluency in English required.
• Ability to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.

Nice to have

• Advanced degree in Privacy, Information Governance, or related field.
• Certifications such as CIPP or CIPM.
• Experience managing data incident response processes.
• Background partnering with information systems and digital technology teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits plans including health and wellness programs.
• Opportunity to work in a fast-growing, innovative global environment.
• Commitment to improving patient outcomes and saving lives.
• Supportive culture valuing innovation, self-motivation, and an entrepreneurial spirit.