DPOAAS

A Data Protection Officer (DPO) is responsible for overseeing an organization’s data protection strategy and ensuring compliance with the GDPR. They may conduct assessments, advise on policies and procedures, provide training, and serve as a point of contact for individuals with data protection concerns.

A Data Protection Officer (DPO) is responsible for ensuring that an organization complies with relevant data protection laws and regulations. Some of their specific duties may include conducting data protection impact assessments, advising on data protection policies and procedures, providing training and guidance to staff, and serving as a point of contact for individuals with questions or concerns about the organization’s handling of their personal data. The specific responsibilities of a DPO vary depending on the size and nature of the organization they work for.

If your company/organization processes sensitive data on a large scale or regularly monitors individuals, including through online tracking and profiling for advertising purposes, you must appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO), whether you are a data controller or processor. Public administrations are also required to have a DPO, while the DPO can be an individual or an organization contracted externally or within your organization. Examples of businesses that require a DPO include hospitals processing large sets of sensitive data, security companies monitoring public spaces, and head-hunting companies that profile individuals.