Data Privacy Regulatory Compliance

BRIGHT JUSTUS, CIPP/US, Ed.D.

Chicago, IL 773-***-**** ********@*****.*** LinkedIn

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

An adept Compliance and data Privacy Professional with a robust background that establishes regular communication channels and facilitates knowledge exchange among various teams, resulting in improved efficiency and coordination from the design of compliance framework, risk assessment, ethics, and compliance governance that ensure confidentiality, integrity, and adherence to regulatory standards. Bringing a unique blend of academic expertise in teaching and organizational leadership to resolve what's hindering teams' cross-functionality, avoiding organizational silos, and fostering cohesiveness and regulatory compliance.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Regulatory Knowledge

Risk Assessment & Mitigation

Training and Education

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Technical Proficiency

Regulatory Compliance Management

Data Ethics & Privacy by Design

Policy & Procedure Development

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

DeVry University, Chicago, IL

Assistant Dean-Compliance & Regulatory 2021 - 2024

Compliance Leadership:

Improved the development of academic compliance frameworks by 40%, oversaw robust incident response third-party risk assessments, and spearheaded academics compliance audits and reviews to ensure adherence to FERPA, HIPAA, CCPA, GDPR, regulatory standards.

Tracked and resolved compliance incidents, mitigated 10% of FERPA breaches, and reinforced legal compliance.

Compliance Program Enhancement & Education:

Spearheaded the strategy and implementation of compliance projects, resulting in a 35% reduction in regulatory breaches and a 30% increase in stakeholders trust and satisfaction levels.

Initiated enhancements to compliance metrics by 20% and carried out targeted training, improved processes, and deepened stakeholder understanding of their compliance responsibilities.

Decreased academics compliance KPI errors by 45% by establishing a compliance dashboard with real-time visibility into compliance KPI.

Technological Integration & Data Governance:

Partnered with IT to incorporate compliance considerations into technological frameworks, upholding data integrity and accessibility, and embedded privacy by design principles into compliance governance practices.

Stakeholder Training

Performed a comprehensive data protection impact assessment and designed a dashboard to monitor real-time data accuracy. This initiative resulted in a notable enhancement of data accuracy by 25% and a significant improvement in performance indicators by 45%.

Conducted training sessions on assessment techniques and best practices for compliance, catering to over 65% university stakeholders.

Assistant Dean of Academics 2019 - 2021

Directed Family Education Right and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulatory compliance including students’ data maintenance, data classification and lifecycle.

Facilitated, maintained compliance, and specialized online academic operations, including online learning initiatives. This effort resulted in a 30% rise in student course success and a twofold increase in first-year satisfaction and retention rates.

Reduced student withdrawal rate by over 50% through strategic policy reforms, including implementing a third course repeat and a comprehensive faculty/student mentoring program.

Colorado Technical University, Aurora, CO

Lead Doctoral Program Manager 2015 - 2018

Supervised accreditation readiness and visits, regulatory compliance, and academic data maintenance.

Facilitated the implementation of the long overdue doctoral academic policy framework, and curriculum compliance and operations.

Streamlined operational procedures and enhanced faculty performance through development plans and targeted training, ensuring optimal instructor allocation and the successful staffing of all program courses.

University of Chicago, Chicago, IL

Data Analytics Program Manager 2014 - 2015

Led curriculum development and operational management for the University's Data and Analytics program, leveraging strategic academic leadership to enhance educational outcomes and advance program excellence.

Oversaw strategic growth initiatives, increasing the program's student enrollment tenfold and enhancing diversity within a single academic year while managing the registration process and faculty orientation.

DeVry University, Chicago, IL

SEVIS Compliance Analyst-International Student Advisor 2011-2012

Directed federal regulations for non-immigrant students, and exchange faculty members ensuing compliance with Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulations.

Championed international student recruitment and advising, effectively boosting international student enrollment by 45% while managing a $50K budget for strategic outreach and support programs.

Enhanced university partnerships globally, achieving a 65% improvement in articulation with institutions in Germany, Nigeria, and the West Indies while efficiently managing student applications, records, and compliance with immigration regulations.

Developed and delivered comprehensive orientation programs addressing academic and community integration for international students, ensuring smooth transition and support for non-immigrant visa holders.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Argosy University College of Business Administration, Chicago, IL

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Organizational Leadership

Chicago State University, Chicago, IL

MSED, Education, Educational Leadership

Certified Information Privacy Professional, U.S. (CIPP/US) – International Association of Privacy Professionals

Compliance Certification Board (SCCE) In Progress-Society of Corporate Compliance & Ethics

Post-Doctorate Certificate, Global Leadership – Colorado Technical University

International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) Member

Society of Corporate Compliance & Ethics (SCCE)

SKILLS

Technical Skills: OneTrust, TrustArc, Microsoft Office Suite, various proprietary systems, HIPPA, GLBA

Soft Skills: Cross-functional collaboration, relationship management, Stakeholder collaboration, Compliance management, Instructional design

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