Privacy Pros Podcast

The privacy job market is booming, but landing your dream role requires more than just technical know-how. Without a clear roadmap and the right skills, your career aspirations can quickly get lost in the shuffle. Join us for an exclusive interview with Heather, a seasoned professional who will reveal the insider secrets to launching a successful career in privacy. In this episode, you'll discover...

Your job search is about to get a whole lot easier. Get ready to unlock the secrets of the job market with top resume writer and career coach, Matthew Warzel.  With over 860 glowing recommendations on LinkedIn, Matthew knows what it takes to get hired fast. In this power-packed episode, you'll discover: Insider Hacks: Go beyond the "spray and pray" method and learn how to strategically target...

Tired of the job hunt? This episode changes everything! Our expert guest, Swati Popuri, Data Privacy Architect breaks down what it takes to get hired. In this episode, you'll uncover: Insider secrets to landing top-tier privacy jobs. Must-have skills to impress hiring managers Strategies for nailing challenging interview questions Tactics for making a strong early impact in a new privacy role Read...

Are AI and Privacy Really At Odds? This Tech Visionary Says No! In this episode, Leila Golchehreh , tech entrepreneur and Chief Strategy Officer of Relyance AI , reveals how AI can actually supercharge your privacy program. Discover how AI is transforming privacy programs and making compliance easier than ever. In this episode, you'll learn: How cutting-edge AI can automate tasks like data mapping...

The world of privacy law is booming, but what does it take to rise above the rest? In this episode Jamal alongside Dr. Andrea dive deep into the must-have abilities you won't find in a legal textbook. They uncover why top privacy lawyers must go beyond just legal knowledge and explore: The Business of Privacy:  How understanding the bigger picture makes you a more valuable asset. Privacy Arou...

Privacy Expert Conor Hogan Reveals All! In this episode, Conor, a seasoned privacy leader with over 15 years of experience, goes beyond the technical aspects of privacy and provides you with actionable tips for climbing the ladder, no matter your career stage. Discover the career hacks Conor used to excel in the industry Learn how to stay ahead of the curve and leverage AI for better privacy pract...

Discover The Secret Habits That Could Propel Your Career To The Next Level In this episode, Jamal Ahmed speaks with Gwen , a senior privacy consultant, about the transformative power of habits in career development. Gwen shares her inspiring journey and provides invaluable advice on: The bold move that launched her privacy career:  Learn why quitting her job was the catalyst for Gwen's succes...

Learn The Secrets To Build A Successful Privacy Career From Two Industry Powerhouses. Global privacy expert Jamal Ahmed sits down with Saima Fancy and Jay Averitt to uncover strategies for operationalising privacy, communicating impact, and creating a fulfilling career path. Discover tips to: Shift privacy programs from blocking innovation to enabling it Adapt privacy to business goals and foster...

Celebrate 100 Episodes with Jamal & Jamilla! The Privacy Pros Podcast hits a milestone with our 100th episode, and who better to celebrate with than a special co-host. Join Jamal and Jamilla as they take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, discussing what this podcast has meant to them and the Privacy community after 100 incredible episodes. Get ready to hear: Hilarious inside stories:  Fr...

Are privacy professionals truly equipped to handle the coming AI revolution?  Jamal Ahmed interviews renowned Privacy Professional and Attorney Christopher Schmidt on the opportunities and threats posed by emerging technologies like generative AI.  They discuss: Pragmatic ways to apply core privacy principles to AI systems Why you shouldn't overreact to AI hype The complex state of Inter...

Are you feeling stuck in your career? Are you yearning for a change but don't know how to make it happen?  Join us as we discuss the outdated concept of career ladders and explore the exciting world of zig-zagging your way to success. Our guest, Garvey Seaton, is a career architect with a wealth of experience helping people pivot to fulfilling careers. He'll share his insights on how you ca b...

What's stopping you from making the leap into a new career? Money, fear, or uncertainty? We've got Garvey Seaton, career architect and corporate trainer on the podcast to break down the process and give you the strategies that will make your pivot successful. In this episode, Jamal and Garvey discuss the challenges of making a successful career pivot, the importance of personal fulfillment in jobs...

Are you ready to unlock the gateway to high-level and impact driven roles? In this episode of the Privacy Pros podcast, Jamal Ahmed and Scott McCrady dive deep into the art of skill stacking and how it can propel you to the top of the industry! Imagine a world where you're not just good at one thing, but exceptional at several. That's the magic of skill stacking – a proven strategy that turns ordi...

Feeling frustrated by the lack of buy-in for your Privacy and Security programs? Discover how to become an influential security champion in this insightful episode! In today's ever-evolving landscape, security is no longer an afterthought, it's a business imperative. But securing buy-in for security programs can be a challenge, especially when stakeholders are focused on other priorities. In this...

An Insider's Guide to Advancing Your Privacy Career In this enlightening episode we delve into the art of negotiation and career advancement with R. Jason Cronk. Jason, a renowned privacy engineer, lawyer, and author of the acclaimed IAPP textbook "Strategic Privacy by Design,". Key Highlights: 1. Discover how Jason transformed his corporate role into a part-time role to allow him to work solely o...

Unlocking the Power of Privacy by Design: An Exclusive Conversation with R. Jason Cronk, Author of the IAPP Textbook "Strategic Privacy By Design" In this episode, we have seasoned privacy engineer, developer, lawyer and author R. Jason Cronk on the show. Jason gives a comprehensive breakdown of the essence of privacy by design, the nuances of privacy threat modelling as well as the differences be...

Are you worried about data breaches? We've got the episode for you. In this episode, serial author and leading privacy professional Judith Ratcliffe gives you key steps to demonstrate your value and save your organisations millions in potential fines. We discuss: Proactive strategies to shield against data breaches. Immediate steps to mitigate potential fines and punitive actions. Expert tactics t...

How Important Is Privacy To You? In this episode, serial author and leading privacy professional Judith Ratcliffe breaks down the role of privacy pros in preserving our privacy rights in the digital age We discuss: Why the UK urgently needs a Privacy Council to protect privacy rights How to discern between genuine privacy-enhancing technologies and those that make false promises The legal implicat...

Discover The Blueprint to Success In Privacy with Rebecca, Founder of Balebako Privacy Engineer In this episode, Rebecca dissects the multifaceted world of privacy and provides practical tips for people to find their path in the industry. If you're contemplating a move into or seeking to elevate your current role, this episode is the invaluable guide you need to know the opportunities that exist f...

Are you ready to dive into the future of privacy, AI, and data risk management? We have Russell Sherman CTO and co-founder of VISO TRUST, an AI-powered solution for third-party risk management. We discuss: Why AI is more than just a buzzword and why Privacy Pros need to adopt and adapt to stay ahead of the game How to leverage AI in third-party risk management to stay competitive The secrets to su...

Facial recognition is everywhere, but who's setting the boundaries? In a time when facial recognition technology is seeing unprecedented growth, privacy professionals must steer the conversations around its ethical use. Join Jamal as he dissects the complex world of facial recognition, shedding light on:  The potential use in different industries from automotive to the beauty industry The fas...

From hidden costs that lurk like an iceberg to DIY disasters, we discuss why cutting corners today could cost you dearly tomorrow. Tune in and find out why when it comes to data privacy, ignorance isn't bliss—it's a ticking time bomb. In this eye-opening episode, we have a conversation with Sean Falconer, a former postdoc medical student at Stanford turned leading expert in Privacy! In this episod...

Are you ready to level up your career? Our latest episode is with Victoria Beckman, a world-renowned cybersecurity expert! In this episode Victoria shares: Her secrets to a successful career in cybersecurity How to leverage your existing skills to make a successful pivot The most common cybersecurity vulnerabilities and how to avoid them 3 in-demand qualities that will make you a top-tier cybersec...

Unleash Your Potential: The Chetandeep Transformation Story! From Junior Associate to Privacy Pro Extraordinaire! Chetandeep's journey will leave you speechless. In just ONE year, he went from feeling stuck and miserable in a repetitive legal grind to becoming a world-class privacy pro! But that's not all! 💥 Within a mere 45 days, he had not one, not two, but THREE job offers on the table! His co...

The second thing I did for overcoming impostor syndrome was just adopting this 1% better mindset that you're not seeking perfection. Every month or every year, you're going to improve yourself a little bit. The third thing is to just say yes to opportunity, even if you don't feel like you're 100% fit. And I think that goes more for applying for roles if you're looking for jobs, if you don't meet 1...