For UNC ITS - Privacy Office
Work Description
DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION:
The University of
North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Privacy Program is committed to
educating our campus constituents on all applicable laws, regulations and
policies governing privacy. We further strive to promote best
practices and to deter activity contrary to these standards by anticipating
risk, identifying gaps in compliance and encouraging strong
stewardship at all levels. At UNC Chapel Hill, we continue to respect the
dignity of each individual, as well as their personal information and
property.
DESCRIPTION OF STUDENT WORK/PROJECTS:
The law student externs will obtain a firm grasp over privacy laws
and regulations surrounding data, information, and records. They will assist in
assuring compliance with policies, law and regulations while developing Privacy
office strategy, communication, and training efforts, campus-wide. The extern
will respond to inquiries, often legal or contractual in nature, while
facilitating best practices and offering guidance to internal and external to
campus clients. The law extern may assist in investigating a potential breach
should one occur. Finally, the externs will help to conduct risk assessments
and monitor & document privacy infractions/ incidents.
COURSE OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES FOR STUDENT:
An extern with experience in Privacy,
Research Compliance, Information Security/ Cyber Law or Healthcare Regulations
will certainly excel in this office. This site offers students with an interest
in technology, security, privacy, and compliance a very welcoming learning
environment. Students do not need to be certified under the State Bar Practice
Rule.