Digital India Corporation, a not-for-profit company established by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), is spearheading the nation’s digital empowerment and e-Governance initiatives.
The organization is currently seeking a highly specialized Consultant (Techno-Legal) to join its Digital Office – DPDP Project. This contractual role is at the forefront of India’s evolving tech landscape, focusing on ensuring organizational compliance with the recently enacted Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023.
Vacancy Overview
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Nature of Engagement | Job Location |
| Consultant (Techno-Legal) | 01 | Contractual Basis | Noida |
Eligibility Criteria & Required Skillset
This role requires a unique intersection of legal acumen and technical understanding:
- Core Legal Knowledge: Deep understanding of the DPDP Act, 2023, alongside broader data protection and privacy compliance frameworks.
- Technical Familiarity: A solid grasp of digital technologies, cybersecurity protocols, and cloud computing solutions.
- Analytical Skills: The ability to conduct comprehensive legal and regulatory analyses concerning tech infrastructure.
- Target Practice Areas: Technology Law, Data Protection & Privacy, Cybersecurity Compliance, and Digital Governance.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
The selected Consultant will play a pivotal role in shaping Digital India’s internal data privacy architecture:
- Compliance Strategy: Analyzing the DPDP Act to identify obligations and developing implementation strategies alongside IT teams.
- Risk Assessment: Auditing existing systems, processes, and infrastructure for data protection compliance.
- Policy Development: Drafting and implementing stringent data protection policies, encryption protocols, and cybersecurity measures.
- Vendor Management: Reviewing and negotiating technology agreements with third-party vendors.
- Liaisoning: Acting as a liaison with regulatory authorities regarding privacy compliance.
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How to Apply
Eligible legal professionals must submit their applications through the official Digital India portal. Ensure your CV explicitly highlights your experience with data privacy frameworks, technology law, and any cybersecurity compliance exposure.
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