Lead, HR Cybersecurity Compliance Analyst

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At Schneider Electric, we are the leading digital partner in sustainability and efficiency for businesses, communities, and individuals. Our goal is for all people to be able to make the most of our energy and resources through the integration of processes, software, big data, and energy technologies that enable integrated management of buildings, industries, and cities. We are present in over 110 countries with a diverse and disruptive team of over 150,000 people.

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The digital department of Schneider Electric, leading the digital transformation in the company by giving support globally to our internal teams and our clients. Schneider Digital consists of 6 Digital Hubs worldwide which are strategically located to ensure a 24/7 support across the company (France, China, India, USA, Mexico and Spain). Our Digital Hub in Barcelona is formed by +450 employees working in strategic projects and different roles such as Data, Cybersecurity, ERP, Cloud, Infrastructures, IT Project Management or Digital Marketing.

We are looking for an HR Cybersecurity Compliance Analyst to join our team. You will be part of the dynamic Schneider Digital – Employee Experience team whose mission is to “Create digital workplace of the future & Enable HR to build workforce of the future”. Within this team, you will be part of the Cybersecurity and Compliance team to oversee the effective enforcement of Cybersecurity controls on applications that support HR Processes.

• As a Cybersecurity and Compliance Analyst, your main role is to support Cyber Security, and Privacy compliance for HR processes and supporting applications.
• To safeguard sensitive HR data and ensure regulatory compliance by proactively identifying risks, implementing robust security controls, and fostering a culture of data protection.
• This role bridges cybersecurity expertise with HR-specific needs, ensuring that employee data, systems, and processes are secure, compliant, and resilient against threats.

• Data Protection & Privacy
  • Ensure HR systems comply with data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, local labor laws).
  • Monitor and enforce policies for handling Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and sensitive employee data.
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation
  • Support risk assessments on HR applications (e.g., payroll, recruitment platforms, employee portals).
  • Identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies tailored to HR workflows.
  • Collaborate with HR and IT teams to implement secure configurations and access controls.
• Compliance Monitoring
  • Track and report on compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Maintain documentation for audits and regulatory reviews.
• System & Application Security
  • Collaborate with IT to secure HRIS, ATS, LMS, and other HR platforms.
  • Ensure encryption, authentication, and role-based access controls are properly implemented.
  • Participate in change management processes for HR systems to assess security impact.

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, data privacy laws, and compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, NIS 2, HIPAA, SOC
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• Experience securing HR systems such as Workday, SAP Success Factors, Oracle HCM, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency with security tools (e.g., SIEM, DLP, IAM, GRC platforms).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management, especially with HR and legal teams.
• Ability to translate technical risks into business impact for non‑technical audiences.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and collaboration.
• 3–5 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT audit, or compliance roles.
• Demonstrated experience working with HR or other sensitive data domains.

• Preferred certifications (any of the following):
• Certified…