Data Protection Manager | Data Protection Managers (m/f/d)

GES.F.WISS.DATENVERARBEITUNG MBH GOETTINGEN

Göttingen, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Jan 22, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

The GWDG, a national supercomputing center and IT competence hub for the Max Planck Society and the University of Göttingen, is seeking two Data Protection Managers to join their interdisciplinary team. This role is critical for maintaining high standards of data security and privacy, particularly within the context of High-Performance Computing (HPC) and advanced AI services. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing the Data Protection Management System (DSMS), conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA), coordinating Technical and Organisational Measures (TOM) under GDPR, and handling data protection breaches and subject rights requests. The ideal candidate possesses a Master's degree in a relevant field (Law, Computer Science, Business Informatics) and several years of operational data protection experience. They must have expert knowledge of GDPR/BDSG and be proficient in contract management related to order processing (AVV). This position offers a stimulating research environment, flexible working hours, and the opportunity to work at the intersection of applied computer science, AI, and supercomputing.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree (e.g., law, business informatics, computer science, business administration with a focus on compliance) or comparable qualification

Experience

  • Several years of experience in operational data protection management
  • Confident experience with DPIA, RoPA, TOM, AV contracts, and SCCs
  • Experience in processes relating to data subject rights/incidents
  • Experience in the public sector or regulated environments (Desirable)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Initial contract limited till May 31, 2028; Regular working week of 20 hours (50%), with potential for full-time conversion; Security clearances or specific work permits are Not specified.