Director, Data Governance & Global Privacy
DFO Referrals, Westport, CT, United States
Director, Data Governance & Global Privacy
Westport, CT
Director, Data Governance & Global Privacy
The Dalio Family Office (DFO) supports Barbara and Ray Dalio and their family in their ventures, investments, and philanthropic efforts under Dalio Philanthropies, which includes OceanX, Dalio Education, Endless Network, and the Beijing Dalio Foundation. The core of the DFO’s culture is built around meaningful work and meaningful relationships and the family’s commitment to giving back. The office is headquartered in Westport, CT with regional offices in New York City, Singapore, and Abu Dhabi.
Position Summary The Director of Data Governance & Global Privacy will be responsible for building and leading the global data governance and privacy program. This role will ensure that our data is well-managed, secure, and compliant with privacy laws in all regions where we operate, including the United States, Europe (GDPR), Singapore (PDPA), and the UAE (PDPL). This hire will start as an individual contributor, reporting directly to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), and will guide the buildout of the team as the program grows. This is a highly visible role that will work closely with Legal, Security, and business leaders to establish a strong foundation for data management and compliance.
Day‑to‑day responsibilities would include a combination of the following:
Build and manage an enterprise data warehouse for core enterprise data.
Partner with business leaders to leverage data and drive business results.
Establish and oversee a data governance risk framework, including ongoing risk reviews and mitigation with Security and Enterprise Risk teams.
Lead privacy incident response efforts and serve as a key member of the data breach response team, ensuring timely resolution and regulatory compliance.
Embed security controls across data governance, including access management, encryption, monitoring, and auditability.
Lead Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and champion privacy by design across technology, and operations.
Manage Data Subject Requests (DSRs) to ensure timely, compliant responses.
Deliver mandatory privacy and security training, with role-based content and compliance tracking.
Coordinate internal and external audits and maintain regulatory documentation.
Monitor global privacy regulations and update policies to ensure ongoing compliance.
Report regularly to executive leadership on data governance, privacy compliance, risk, and incidents.
The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, attributes, and values:
Driven to achieve excellence – high standards and expectations
Highly organized and reliable
Ability to synthesize, report, and analyze information
Ability to manage and drive multiple initiatives to completion
Proven ability to work independently with excellent judgment and discretion
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Thrive in a fast‑paced, fluid environment and be comfortable navigating ambiguity
Illustrative Benefits
100% company paid medical premiums
Friday summer hours
Monthly community happy hours
Hybrid work environment
Free catered food services for in‑office days
Generous PTO offering
Casual dress code
150% 401(k) match up to $7,500 and 100% match above $7,500 ($15k match limit)
Gym reimbursement, backup childcare services, insurance, financial, and legal services, and much more!
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Law (with focus on privacy/data protection)
At least 10 years of experience in data management, governance, or related fields.
Strong understanding of global privacy regulations (ie: GDPR, US state laws, PDPA, and/or PDPL)
Experience building programs from the ground up and building consensus with senior stakeholders.
Familiarity with Microsoft’s data tools (Fabric and Purview) or similar platforms.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work across technical and business teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree (preferred) in: Data Governance, Information Security, or a related discipline OR MBA with a technology, risk, or compliance concentration
Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP)
Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
Demonstrated experience with global privacy frameworks and operationalizing compliance
Leadership in cross‑functional, international environments.
Hands‑on experience with enterprise data platforms and privacy technologies.
Compensation Compensation for the role includes a competitive salary in the range from $200,000 -$300,000 (inclusive of a merit‑based bonus, dependent on years of experience, level of education obtained, as well as applicable skillset) and an excellent benefits package, including a comprehensive employer‑paid medical plan and generous employer match for 401k.
Please note we are unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
At the DFO, we believe our biggest asset is our people. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. The DFO treats all candidates and employees with respect and does not discriminate in our recruiting, hiring, and promoting processes and general treatment during employment, including on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
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Director, Data Governance & Global Privacy
The Dalio Family Office (DFO) supports Barbara and Ray Dalio and their family in their ventures, investments, and philanthropic efforts under Dalio Philanthropies, which includes OceanX, Dalio Education, Endless Network, and the Beijing Dalio Foundation. The core of the DFO’s culture is built around meaningful work and meaningful relationships and the family’s commitment to giving back. The office is headquartered in Westport, CT with regional offices in New York City, Singapore, and Abu Dhabi.
Position Summary The Director of Data Governance & Global Privacy will be responsible for building and leading the global data governance and privacy program. This role will ensure that our data is well-managed, secure, and compliant with privacy laws in all regions where we operate, including the United States, Europe (GDPR), Singapore (PDPA), and the UAE (PDPL). This hire will start as an individual contributor, reporting directly to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), and will guide the buildout of the team as the program grows. This is a highly visible role that will work closely with Legal, Security, and business leaders to establish a strong foundation for data management and compliance.
Day‑to‑day responsibilities would include a combination of the following:
Build and manage an enterprise data warehouse for core enterprise data.
Partner with business leaders to leverage data and drive business results.
Establish and oversee a data governance risk framework, including ongoing risk reviews and mitigation with Security and Enterprise Risk teams.
Lead privacy incident response efforts and serve as a key member of the data breach response team, ensuring timely resolution and regulatory compliance.
Embed security controls across data governance, including access management, encryption, monitoring, and auditability.
Lead Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and champion privacy by design across technology, and operations.
Manage Data Subject Requests (DSRs) to ensure timely, compliant responses.
Deliver mandatory privacy and security training, with role-based content and compliance tracking.
Coordinate internal and external audits and maintain regulatory documentation.
Monitor global privacy regulations and update policies to ensure ongoing compliance.
Report regularly to executive leadership on data governance, privacy compliance, risk, and incidents.
The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, attributes, and values:
Driven to achieve excellence – high standards and expectations
Highly organized and reliable
Ability to synthesize, report, and analyze information
Ability to manage and drive multiple initiatives to completion
Proven ability to work independently with excellent judgment and discretion
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Thrive in a fast‑paced, fluid environment and be comfortable navigating ambiguity
Illustrative Benefits
100% company paid medical premiums
Friday summer hours
Monthly community happy hours
Hybrid work environment
Free catered food services for in‑office days
Generous PTO offering
Casual dress code
150% 401(k) match up to $7,500 and 100% match above $7,500 ($15k match limit)
Gym reimbursement, backup childcare services, insurance, financial, and legal services, and much more!
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Law (with focus on privacy/data protection)
At least 10 years of experience in data management, governance, or related fields.
Strong understanding of global privacy regulations (ie: GDPR, US state laws, PDPA, and/or PDPL)
Experience building programs from the ground up and building consensus with senior stakeholders.
Familiarity with Microsoft’s data tools (Fabric and Purview) or similar platforms.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work across technical and business teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree (preferred) in: Data Governance, Information Security, or a related discipline OR MBA with a technology, risk, or compliance concentration
Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP)
Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
Demonstrated experience with global privacy frameworks and operationalizing compliance
Leadership in cross‑functional, international environments.
Hands‑on experience with enterprise data platforms and privacy technologies.
Compensation Compensation for the role includes a competitive salary in the range from $200,000 -$300,000 (inclusive of a merit‑based bonus, dependent on years of experience, level of education obtained, as well as applicable skillset) and an excellent benefits package, including a comprehensive employer‑paid medical plan and generous employer match for 401k.
Please note we are unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
At the DFO, we believe our biggest asset is our people. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. The DFO treats all candidates and employees with respect and does not discriminate in our recruiting, hiring, and promoting processes and general treatment during employment, including on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
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