数据保护官

Location: Cairo, Cairo, Egypt Job ID: R0145809 Date Posted: 2026-09-28 Company Name: Hitachi Rail GTS Egypt LLC Profession (Job Category): Legal, Compliance & Audit Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No About Us A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in. Job Description: Data Protection Officer — Hitachi Rail GTS Egypt LLC (ref HRE-LCC-PDPL-JD-001) Why now: PDPL Law 151/2020 and Decree 816/2025 require a PDPC-accredited DPO. The grace period ends 1 November 2026, and the company has no DPO today. That makes this the largest open compliance gap in LCC Egypt, and the facial recognition positions on AQM, ART and CML1 depend on filling it. The post: Full-time, permanent, based in Cairo. It reports to the LCC Country Head, with direct access to the Country Director and LCC Regional Head MEA. The DPO's statutory independence is protected, and no dual IT, HR or systems-owner role is allowed. Core duties: Act as PDPC point of contact and handle registration, licences and permits Run the ROPA, DPIAs and data processing audit Handle breaches (72-hour notification) and data subject requests Manage cross-border transfer approvals, including high-risk systems Draft data protection terms in contracts, subcontracts and bids Deliver staff training and quarterly reporting Requirements: PDPC accreditation, or passing the exam within a set period (company-funded) Degree in Law, IT, Computer Science, Information Systems or Engineering 7+ years in privacy, compliance or technology law, including 3+ years running a programme Direct experience with Egyptian regulators Fluent Arabic and professional English Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers. At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.