Operational Data Protection Officer | Mitarbeiter/in operativer Datenschutz (m/w/d)

DRV Berlin-Brandenburg

Berlin, Berlin, Deutschland
Published Mar 27, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role involves supporting the Information Security and Compliance department of the German Federal Pension Insurance (DRV) in Berlin or Frankfurt (Oder). As an Operational Data Protection Officer, you will advise organizational units on implementing data protection regulations and ensuring compliance with GDPR and social security laws. Your daily tasks include processing information requests, managing data processing agreements, and maintaining the record of processing activities. You will also conduct data protection impact assessments, handle data breaches that do not require supervisory reporting, and develop company-wide guidelines. This position is ideal for professionals who enjoy a mix of legal assessment, technical consultation, and educational tasks, such as conducting training sessions and managing intranet content. Working for a major public sector employer offers high job security, flexible working models including home office, and a structured onboarding process, making it an attractive career move for those seeking work-life balance and meaningful public service.

Required Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma (FH) in Social Security, Law, or Administrative Sciences; OR a degree in another field with additional training in data protection; OR a qualification as a Social Security Specialist (Sozialversicherungsfachwirt); OR qualification for the higher non-technical administrative service.

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience in data protection or related fields if applying with a standard vocational qualification or non-specialized degree
  • Professional experience in social security law and pension insurance regulations
  • Experience in managing records of processing activities and data processing agreements
  • Experience in project management and interdisciplinary working groups
  • Experience in advising organizational units on legal and technical compliance

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • The position is available in either Frankfurt (Oder) or Berlin. Candidates must apply by April 22, 2026, using the reference number Rds. Nr. 031/2026. Applicants from the public service should provide a current performance appraisal.