Techno-Legal Consultant at Digital India:

Digital India Corporation is a not‑for‑profit company established by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013. Formerly known as Media Lab Asia, it was renamed Digital India Corporation in September 2017. The organisation supports the Digital India programme of the Government of India and works on initiatives relating to e‑Governance, e‑Health, Telemedicine, e‑Agriculture, e‑Payments, digital empowerment, cybersecurity, and citizen engagement through technology platforms.

We are hiring a Consultant (Techno‑Legal) under the Digital Office – DPDP Project. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and supporting the implementation of a digital office framework aligned with data protection and privacy requirements.

Position
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Consultant (Techno‑Legal)

Number of Positions
: 1

Nature of Engagement
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Contractual Basis

• Conduct analysis of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 to identify obligations for digital office implementation.
• Collaborate with IT teams, legal advisors, and management to develop implementation strategies.
• Assess existing infrastructure, systems, and processes for compliance with data protection requirements.
• Develop and implement data protection policies, procedures, and controls.
• Assist in the selection and implementation of cloud computing solutions, cybersecurity measures, and data encryption protocols.
• Conduct risk assessments and feasibility studies related to data privacy compliance.
• Review and negotiate agreements with vendors and third‑party service providers in coordination with legal counsel.
• Prepare training programmes and awareness material for employees.
• Monitor developments in data protection laws and recommend necessary compliance measures.
• Act as a liaison with regulatory authorities on matters relating to data protection and privacy compliance.

• Understanding of the DPDP Act, 2023.
• Knowledge of data protection and privacy compliance frameworks.
• Familiarity with digital technologies, cybersecurity, and cloud solutions.
• Ability to conduct legal and regulatory analysis.
• Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills.

• Data Protection & Privacy
• Technology Law
• Regulatory Compliance
• Cybersecurity Compliance
• Digital Governance

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To apply, click the link provided in the official notification.