Privacy Analyst

Guardant Health

Privacy Analyst supporting the development of Guardant Health’s global privacy program. Ensuring compliance with privacy laws while enabling responsible data use in oncology and screening.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $113,300 - $155,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in privacy program operations, including policy implementation, compliance with global regulations, and conducting privacy impact assessments. Proficient in managing data subject rights requests and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure privacy by design in various initiatives.

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Privacy Program ManagementPrivacy Impact AssessmentsData Subject Rights ComplianceFamiliarity With HIPAA And GDPRRelevant Certifications (CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT)

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Hard Skills

Policy ImplementationData MappingRecords Of Processing Activities (ROPA)Data Protection ReviewsPrivacy Notices DraftingPrivacy Metrics TrackingAnalytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProject Management

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailStakeholder ManagementCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Privacy Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CIPP/USCIPP/ECIPMCIPT

Industry Keywords

Data ProtectionComplianceHealthcareLife SciencesGenomic Data Privacy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support day-to-day operations of the privacy program, including policy implementation, training, and awareness initiatives
Conduct and assist with privacy impact assessments (PIAs/DPIAs) and data mapping activities
Help maintain and update records of processing activities (ROPA) and data inventories
Review and triage data subject rights requests (e.g., access, deletion, correction) in compliance with global regulations
Partner with Legal and Security teams on incident response, including potential data breaches and risk assessments
Assist in drafting and maintaining privacy notices, internal policies, and procedures
Support vendor lifecycle activities, including privacy and data protection reviews, contract negotiation support (e.g., data processing agreements, data use terms), and ongoing monitoring of third-party data handling practices
Monitor evolving privacy regulations and provide summaries of key developments
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to embed privacy by design into products, clinical studies, and data initiatives
Track and report on privacy program metrics and compliance activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., law, public policy, information systems, or health sciences)
2–5 years of experience in privacy, data protection, compliance, or a related field
Familiarity with major privacy frameworks and laws (HIPAA, GDPR, APPI, CCPA)
Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
Preferred: Juris Doctorate from a nationally accredited law school
Experience in healthcare, life sciences, diagnostics, or biotech
Familiarity with clinical data, real-world evidence, or genomic data privacy considerations
Experience with program management and/or privacy tools
Relevant certifications (e.g., CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM, or CIPT)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Remote work options
Reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities