DPO
Data Protection Officer
The role accountable for an organization's data privacy compliance.
A Data Protection Officer is accountable for an organization's data privacy program and is required under the GDPR for certain controllers and processors. The DPO advises on legal obligations, monitors compliance, and serves as the contact point for supervisory authorities and data subjects. Independence from business pressure is a defining feature of the role.
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