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Privacy Impact Assessments


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In an era where data privacy is paramount, organizations must navigate the complex landscape of personal information responsibly. Knox Defense Group offers comprehensive Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) services, empowering state and federal agencies, as well as private sector contractors, to assess and enhance their privacy practices while maintaining compliance and building trust.

World-Class Privacy Impact Assessments

Knox Defense Group offers the following data privacy impact assessment initiatives for state & federal agencies and private sector contractors throughout North America.

PIA Development and Review:

  • Thorough creation and review of Privacy Impact Assessments.
  • Identification of personal data processing activities and potential privacy risks.
  • Recommendations for privacy-enhancing measures and risk mitigation.

Regulatory Compliance Assessments:

  • Alignment of PIAs with industry-specific regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, or state-specific requirements).
  • Ensuring compliance with data protection, privacy, and consent mandates.

Data Mapping and Inventory:

  • In-depth assessment of data flows, data sources, and data processing activities.
  • Documentation of personal data handling practices.
  • Identifying data owners, custodians, and responsible parties. 

Privacy by Design Integration:

  • Embedding privacy principles into the design of new processes, systems, and technologies.
  • Ensuring that privacy is considered from the outset of project development.
  • Facilitating proactive and transparent privacy practices.

Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA):

  • Conducting DPIAs for high-risk data processing activities.
  • Identifying and mitigating risks to individuals' privacy rights.
  • Helping organizations implement privacy-preserving measures.

Third-Party Vendor Assessments:

  • Evaluating the privacy practices of third-party vendors and contractors.
  • Ensuring compliance with contractual privacy obligations.
  • Mitigating privacy risks associated with vendor relationships.

Privacy Policy and Notice Review:

  • Reviewing and enhancing privacy policies, notices, and consent mechanisms.
  • Ensuring transparency in data collection, use, and sharing practices.
  • Facilitating compliance with data subject rights requests.

Incident Response Preparedness:

  • Developing incident response plans for privacy breaches and data incidents.
  • Conducting simulated exercises to test incident response readiness.
  • Assisting in managing and mitigating privacy incidents.

Why Choose Knox Defense Group?

  • Expertise: Our consultants are privacy and data protection experts with extensive experience in PIAs and compliance.
  • Customized Solutions: We tailor our services to meet your organization's unique privacy impact assessment needs.
  • Risk Mitigation: We help you identify and mitigate privacy risks while fostering a culture of privacy.
  • Compliance Confidence: Our services ensure that you meet regulatory requirements and maintain trust among stakeholders.

Partner with Knox Defense Group for Privacy and Compliance Excellence 

Whether you're a state or federal agency, private sector contractor, or healthcare organization, prioritizing privacy is essential. Contact Knox Defense Group today to discuss your privacy impact assessment needs, and let us help you navigate the intricacies of privacy management with confidence.

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