Talk privacy and network with local members at IAPP KnowledgeNet Chapter meetings, taking place worldwide.
Call for volunteers — now openWe are looking for IAPP members to lead the way in 2025. Apply for advisory board, KnowledgeNet chapter chair and Young Privacy Professional positions by 4 Oct.
IAPP Job BoardLooking for a new challenge, or need to hire your next privacy pro? The IAPP Job Board is the answer.
IAPP CalendarReview a filterable list of conferences, KnowledgeNets, LinkedIn Live broadcasts, networking events, web conferences and more.
Chinese Personal Information Protection (CIPP/CN)
Learn compliance with the three major laws (PIPL, CSL, DSL) forming the framework of Chinese privacy.
Artificial Intelligence Governance ProfessionalLearn how to surround AI with policies and procedures that make the most of its potential by reducing its risks.
European Data Protection (CIPP/E)Understand Europe’s framework of laws, regulations and policies, most significantly the GDPR.
U.S. Private-Sector Privacy (CIPP/US)Steer a course through the interconnected web of federal and state laws governing U.S. data privacy.
Canadian Privacy (CIPP/C)Learn the intricacies of Canada’s distinctive federal/provincial/territorial data privacy governance systems.
Privacy Program Management (CIPM)Develop the skills to design, build and operate a comprehensive data protection program.
Privacy in Technology (CIPT)Add to your tech knowledge with deep training in privacy-enhancing technologies and how to deploy them.
Foundations of Privacy and Data ProtectionIntroductory training that builds organizations of professionals with working privacy knowledge.
Privacy Law Specialist Training (PLS)Meet the stringent requirements to earn this American Bar Association-certified designation.
CIPP/CN Certification
COMING SOON For professionals who are responsible for compliance with China's major privacy laws - PIPL, DSL, CSL.
AIGP Certification
Ensures individuals responsible for AI systems can reduce the risks associated with this technology.
CIPP Certification
The global standard for the go-to person for privacy laws, regulations and frameworks
CIPM Certification
The first and only privacy certification for professionals who manage day-to-day operations
CIPT Certification
As technology professionals take on greater privacy responsibilities, our updated certification is keeping pace with 50% new content covering the latest developments.
FIP Designation
Recognizing the advanced knowledge and issue-spotting skills a privacy pro must attain in today’s complex world of data privacy.
Privacy Law Specialist
The first title to verify you meet stringent requirements for knowledge, skill, proficiency and ethics in privacy law, and one of the ABA’s newest accredited specialties.
Certificação CDPO/BR
Mostre seus conhecimentos na gestão do programa de privacidade e na legislação brasileira sobre privacidade.
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The IAPP publishes longform, web-based resource articles to provide in-depth analysis on relevant topics in the privacy space.
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The Privacy Advisor Podcast provides interviews with the privacy world's most interesting voices.
The IAPP's video library provides insights, reactions and opinions on a range of topics, including regulatory developments, areas of privacy operations management and more.
On this topic page, you can find the IAPP’s collection of coverage, analysis and resources covering AI connections to the privacy space.
On this page, you’ll find articles and tools to help you get a basic understanding of the job of the privacy pro and data protection laws and practices around the globe.
Data Protection Intensive: UK
Explore the full range of U.K. data protection issues, from global policy to daily operational details.
Global Privacy Summit
The call for speaking proposals is open. Choose a timely privacy topic and submit a breakout session idea for Summit 2025.
AI Governance Global
A new event in Brussels for business leaders, tech and privacy pros who work with AI to learn about practical AI governance, accountability, the EU AI Act and more.
Canada Privacy Symposium
Leaders from across the Canadian privacy field deliver insights, discuss trends, offer predictions and share best practices.
Privacy. Security. Risk. (P.S.R.)
P.S.R. focuses on the intersection of privacy and technology. Explore the 2024 agenda and register today.
Europe Data Protection Congress
Gain actionable insights from European experts to improve compliance and best practices for your data protection operation. Register today to secure your seat.
ANZ Summit
Gain exclusive insights on privacy issues affecting business in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.
Asia Privacy Forum CFP
The call for speaking proposals is open. Submit a proposal to share your expertise on your favorite privacy topic at Forum 2025.
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With the proliferation of big data, data analytics and new technologies and laws across the globe, privacy concerns have reached new heights. This topic page provides resources, news, tools and guidance on building a career in the privacy field.
2023 IAPP Privacy Professionals Salary Survey
This report explores the compensation, both financial and nonfinancial, offered to privacy professionals.
Privacy Curricula in US Law Schools
This report, published in collaboration with Washington University in St. Louis’ Cordell Institute, provides an overview of the current landscape of privacy curriculum in US law schools.
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Breaking down the wall to obtain a data privacy role
In this article, County of Santa Clara Chief Privacy Officer Chris Pahl shares recommendations for getting started in the privacy field.
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This web conference features an engaging virtual discussion where members of the Women Leading Privacy Section Advisory Board share their stories and advice on career progression.
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Building the next generation of security and privacy professionals
This LinkedIn Live discusses how privacy careers have evolved, the importance of mentors in the field, tips for those starting out or looking to advance, privacy roles in government and what is on the horizon.
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The State of Salary and Jobs in Privacy
This webinar unpacks the most critical takeaways and results from TRU’s 2022 & 2023 data privacy jobs reports and what both organizations see happening in real-time today.
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Career Central Digest newsletter
Job seekers, meet top employers looking for privacy professionals. Employers, meet job seekers with the privacy training you need. Our job board and Career Central Digest newsletter connects people worldwide. Browse what’s available. Advertise your openings. Your career and your organization will thank you. by subscribing to the IAPP Career Central Digest newsletter.
At-a-Glance: 2023 IAPP Privacy Professionals Salary Survey
Report: 75% of Canadian, US CISOs pondering career change
Aspiring privacy professionals compete in moot court
Privacy pro compensation trends 2002-2022
One word: Privacy. A conversation on privacy careers with Krysten Jenci
Tech company layoffs hit privacy community, ‘spook’ job seeker marketplace
Privacy is hiring! Tips to recruit, tips to move
The evolution of a privacy legal career
Cybersecurity Supply/Demand Heat Map
Breaking Into Privacy: Tips for transitioning into privacy from other roles
Demand for privacy professionals soars in ‘dynamic,’ ‘cross-functional’ field
How To Get Started in Privacy Law
Privacy job market at ‘full-tilt hiring boogie’
Profiles in Privacy: Life had other plans for eBay’s CPO, and it brought her to privacy
Privacy Careers: Job placement three years in
Applying privacy law in 3 dimensions: How to focus on solutions and maximize value
How to get started in privacy engineering
IAPP releases Job Task Analysis Survey results
How the pandemic has altered the privacy job search and what to do about it
Report: There is a shortage of privacy professionals
Privacy pros’ salaries rise, yet pay gaps by gender persist
Five Lessons I Learned Transitioning from Security to Privacy
Understanding and Assessing Professional Credentials and Training
Looking for career advice? Take it from these former newbies
How I Got My Start in Privacy – Article Series
From Here to DPO: Building a Data Protection Officer
