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Mary Jones

Nederland,CO

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Privacy Program ManagerIT Security Compliance Program ManagerPrivacy Program ManagerPrivacy and Compliance AnalystProject Manager

Work Type

Full TimeContract WorkConsulting

Location Preference

RemoteHybrid
Location: Nederland, CO, US
Open to relocation: No

Important To Me

Career advancementCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsWork from home optionPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k match

Summary

Dynamic Project and Program Manager specializing in developing and implementing robust privacy frameworks across diverse regulatory landscapes. Successfully operationalized complex regulatory requirements and enhanced organizational compliance through innovative training programs and structured risk management processes. Focused on delivering measurable improvements in privacy culture and operational efficiency.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Privacy Project and Program Manager

Microsoft
10.2024 - 03.2026
  • Led global privacy programs, operationalizing new regulatory requirements in complex environments.
  • Developed and updated enterprise privacy procedures to align with evolving laws like GDPR and CCPA.
  • Oversaw data subject rights processes, ensuring timely responses and enhancing operational efficiency through structured playbooks.
  • Managed privacy risks by conducting vendor assessments and coordinating remediation with legal and procurement teams.
  • Translated complex regulatory updates into actionable guidance for non-specialists, improving audit readiness and compliance understanding.
  • Designed and delivered tailored privacy training programs for both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Drove cross-functional initiatives from planning to execution, aligning priorities and effectively managing dependencies to achieve project goals.

IT Security Compliance Project and Program Manager

University of Colorado Boulder
01.2023 - 06.2025
  • Developed compliance frameworks aligned with NIST 800-171, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and GLBA.
  • Managed third-party vendor assessments to mitigate privacy and security risks.
  • Enhanced privacy and security compliance infrastructure for large regulated institution.
  • Created training programs and awareness materials to educate non-specialists on privacy obligations.
  • Oversaw case handling workflows to ensure timely, accurate responses to rights-related inquiries.
  • Delivered structured project plans and dashboards to enhance accountability across initiatives.

Privacy Program Manager

Princess Cruise Line
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Oversaw cross-functional compliance initiatives for internal and guest-facing applications, ensuring adherence to HIPAA, China PIPL, GDPR, and state privacy laws.
  • Developed operational documentation and privacy procedures for customer-facing and internal systems.
  • Conducted third-party and internal privacy assessments, identifying risks and coordinating remediation efforts.
  • Created training materials and awareness content to enhance organization-wide understanding of privacy regulations.

Privacy and Compliance Analyst

LevelUp Consulting Partners
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Facilitated global technical programs for public and private sector clients.
  • Managed schedules, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination for complex multi-stakeholder initiatives.
  • Executed privacy assessments, including PIAs, DPIAs, and DSARs for regulated industry clients.
  • Developed privacy infrastructure utilizing OneTrust, incorporating dashboards and workflows.
  • Communicated complex privacy concepts clearly to non-specialist stakeholders.
  • Supported third-party risk reviews and regulatory readiness initiatives.

Legal Compliance Analyst

The SAFE Alliance
04.2021 - 01.2022
  • Designed compliance policies that improved service delivery and strengthened stakeholder relationships.
  • Presented data-driven insights to government agencies, promoting transparency in funding decisions.
  • Trained staff and volunteers on compliance protocols to ensure consistent user experience across programs.
  • Delivered structured reporting and risk analysis that improved cross-functional coordination among teams.
  • Synchronized performance metrics for informed strategic planning and program enhancements.
  • Managed operational programs that effectively supported legal, technical, and community stakeholders' needs.

Education

Master’s in Business - Emerging Markets

FH JOANNEUM
Austria

Master’s in Business Administration -

NKUST
Taiwan

Master’s in International Relations -

University of Nottingham
United Kingdom

Bachelor’s in Political Science -

Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, USA

Skills

  • GDPR compliance
  • CCPA and CPA compliance
  • HIPAA regulations
  • China PIPL compliance
  • Privacy management
  • Privacy controls
  • Data subject rights
  • Third-party risk
  • Regulatory readiness
  • Project execution
  • ServiceNow expertise
  • OneTrust proficiency
  • Microsoft 365 applications
  • Microsoft Copilot utilization
  • Data analysis skills
  • Cross-functional leadership
  • Training programs
  • Project tracking
  • Systems implementation
  • Workforce training
  • Project development
  • Strategic planning
  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Project scope analysis
  • Project planning
  • Project management

Languages

German
Professional

Software

ServiceNow

OneTrust

Microsoft 365

Atlassian

Trello

Slack

GSuite

Microsoft Copilot

Affiliations

  • Volunteer for a local dog rescue
  • Member of Women in Tech Boulder Chapter
  • Phi Theta Kappa Honors
  • Sigma Tau Delta Honors

Work Availability

monday
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morning
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Accomplishments

  • Achieved moving manual to automatic operations by introducing ServiceNow GRC for risk management tasks.
  • Achieved helping simplify privacy documentation by completing stakeholder input and project management with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of Risk Management program at CU Boulder.

Interests

Hiking

Reading

Trying new things

Learning new languages

Timeline

Privacy Project and Program Manager

Microsoft
10.2024 - 03.2026

IT Security Compliance Project and Program Manager

University of Colorado Boulder
01.2023 - 06.2025

Privacy Program Manager

Princess Cruise Line
08.2022 - 01.2023

Privacy and Compliance Analyst

LevelUp Consulting Partners
01.2022 - 07.2022

Legal Compliance Analyst

The SAFE Alliance
04.2021 - 01.2022

Master’s in Business - Emerging Markets

FH JOANNEUM

Master’s in Business Administration -

NKUST

Master’s in International Relations -

University of Nottingham

Bachelor’s in Political Science -

Oklahoma State University

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