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Recruitment Opportunities in the Data Protection Commission

A large percentage of our recruitment requirements are met through campaigns managed by Publicjobs. Additionally, we conduct direct recruitment for specific specialist, professional and technical positions, in line with the requirements of our CPSA recruitment licence. Links to all active competitions will be available here.

Senior ICT Technologist (AP)

The DPC is now seeking to appoint Senior ICT Technologists via open competition. There are two immediate vacancies for Senior ICT Technologists within the DPC. These are:

  • Senior ICT Regulatory Technologist
  • Senior ICT Cybersecurity Technologist

These two exciting roles at Assistant Principal Level are within the Technology & Operational Performance section to fulfil key roles across the scope of activities within the regulator. Reporting to senior management at the DPC, these roles will play a lead role in a cross-agency team of technologists, investigators and policy makers.

To apply, please fill out the below application form and submit it to dpcjobs@rsmireland.ie:

Closing Date for Application is 12pm (noon) on Wednesday, 9 April 2025.

Senior Regulatory Lawyer (AP)

The DPC is happy to announce the launch of a new Senior Regulatory Lawyer (AP) competition to establish a panel in order to fill a number of roles.

The Senior Regulatory Lawyer will have a key role in what is one of Europe’s most prominent and active data protection regulators, with opportunities to contribute to the DPC’s extensive work at national level, as well as the high-profile and unique role it holds in the supervision of large international organisations based in Ireland. This senior role involves advising on or litigating/conducting regulatory investigatory or enforcement activities, including the scoping, conduct and completion of such investigatory activities and, critically, the drafting of investigatory outcome reports.

Applicants should submit a completed application form by emailing dpcjobs@rsmireland.ie:

Closing Date for Applications is 12pm (noon) on Tuesday, 8 April 2025.

Staff Testimonials

Podcast

Listen to our podcast with Legal Analyst Sorcha Montgomery and Assistant Commissioner Julia Drennan who provide testimonials on what it’s like working as a Legal Analyst for the DPC, including the day-to-day responsibilities, perks and benefits of the role, as well as the opportunities for further growth and training.

To listen to the podcast, click play below (MP3, 5:29mins).