What is DPO - Data Protection Officer?
A role responsible for overseeing data protection within an organization
A Data Protection Officer (DPO) is a senior role within an organization responsible for overseeing privacy protection policy implementation. Their duties include:
- Advising the organization- Providing guidance on privacy protection and regulatory compliance
- Compliance oversight- Ensuring the organization meets Privacy Protection Law and data security regulations
- Point of contact- Serving as liaison between the organization and the Privacy Protection Authority
- Staff training- Raising awareness and training teams on privacy matters
- Security incident management- Handling data breaches and cyber events
Under Amendment 13 to the Privacy Protection Law, certain organizations are required to appoint a DPO based on the type and volume of data they process.
⚠️ This information is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For professional advice tailored to your organization, please consult a privacy protection expert.
Related Terms
Amendment 13 to the Privacy Protection Law
A comprehensive amendment to Israeli Privacy Protection Law strengthening personal data protection
GDPR - General Data Protection Regulation
European regulation protecting personal data, applying to any organization processing EU citizens' data
Privacy Protection Law
The main Israeli law regulating personal data protection and privacy
Data Breach
A security incident where personal data is exposed, stolen, or accessed by unauthorized parties
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