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MSP Staffing

Privacy Engineer (Senior)

MSP Staffing

  • R700.00 - R1000.00 per hour
  • Permanent Senior position
  • Cape Town CBD
  • Posted 06 Aug 2026 by MSP Staffing
  • Expires in 34 days
  • Job 2643566
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About the position

Our client is looking for a Senior Privacy Engineer to develop and implement privacy-enhancing technologies that protect sensitive information while enabling enterprise data products and advanced analytics. This role offers the opportunity to shape privacy-by-design practices across modern cloud and data platforms.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement privacy-enhancing technologies across enterprise data platforms.
  • Apply techniques such as k-anonymity, l-diversity, t-closeness, and differential privacy.
  • Support privacy-by-design initiatives throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Develop data protection controls for sensitive information.
  • Work closely with engineering, governance, and compliance teams.
  • Ensure solutions align with applicable privacy regulations and organisational policies.
  • Contribute to data lineage, access control, and audit readiness.
  • Produce technical documentation and privacy implementation guidelines.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Data Science, or a related discipline.
  • 10+ years' experience in data privacy, security, or information governance.
  • Strong understanding of privacy engineering principles.
  • Experience implementing privacy controls in enterprise environments.
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms, data architecture, and secure software development.
  • Excellent communication and analytical skills.

Advantageous

  • Experience with PETs in large-scale data environments.
  • Privacy certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, or similar.
  • Experience supporting regulated industries.
  • Knowledge of enterprise governance frameworks.

Personal Attributes

  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Detail-oriented with excellent organisational abilities.
  • Collaborative and solution-focused.
  • Passionate about protecting sensitive information.
  • Committed to continuous learning and best practices.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Submit your CV to [Email Address Removed] or call [Phone Number Removed];.
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Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 4 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Desired Skills:

  • Strong analytical
  • critical thinking
  • Senior Privacy Engineer

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MSP Staffing

About the agency

MSP Staffing is a Specialist Recruitment Agency that focuses on the Engineering & Construction, Mining, Finance, Trade & Technical, Supply Chain, Information Technology and Medical and Pharmaceutical sectors. MSP Staffing is dedicated to connecting top talent with opportunities both locally and abroad. With this in mind, our team of seasoned professionals bring a wealth of industry knowledge and a global perspective to the table. We have a deep understanding of the dynamic employment landscape and a proven track record of matching top-tier professionals with prestigious companies. Whether you're a talented individual seeking the perfect role or a forward-thinking organization in need of exceptional talent, MSP Staffing have the expertise to make it happen.

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