Robert Parfitt
About Robert Parfitt
Robert Parfitt serves as the Global Data Protection Officer at Tag, bringing over 20 years of experience in information security and data privacy across various sectors. He has previously held significant roles at Williams Lea Tag and Firstwave Technologies, focusing on compliance, risk management, and data protection methodologies.
Current Role at TAG
Robert Parfitt serves as the Global Data Protection Officer at TAG, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring compliance with global privacy regulations and implementing privacy by design and privacy by default principles. His work involves conducting data inventories, managing data subject rights, and overseeing incident management and reporting. Parfitt's expertise in data privacy enables him to deliver training and awareness programs within the organization, fostering a culture of data protection.
Previous Experience at Williams Lea Tag
Prior to his current role, Robert Parfitt held several positions at Williams Lea Tag. He worked as the Head of Information Risk and Data Protection Officer for seven months in 2017, and as the Group Security and Resilience Officer from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he served as the Information Security Compliance Manager from 2010 to 2014. His tenure at Williams Lea Tag involved managing information security compliance and implementing risk management systems.
Education and Expertise
Robert Parfitt earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Computing from the University of East Anglia, where he studied from 1995 to 1998. He possesses over 20 years of experience in various sectors, including government, financial services, and healthcare. Parfitt specializes in implementing risk methodologies for information security and data privacy, and he has extensive knowledge of standards such as ISO27001 and PCI DSS.
Career Background
Robert Parfitt's career spans over two decades, beginning as a Developer at Firstwave Technologies from 1998 to 1999. He then transitioned to TSO, where he worked as a Systems Support Manager for nine years until 2010. His roles have consistently focused on information security and data protection, with significant experience in managing compliance and risk assessment processes across various industries.
Achievements in Data Privacy Management
Throughout his career, Robert Parfitt has successfully implemented an industry-leading Data Privacy Management System to ensure compliance with evolving regulations. He has a proven track record in conducting Data Privacy Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and engaging in audit and assurance exercises. His expertise extends to managing global data privacy regulations across multiple regions, including the Americas, EMEA, and APAC.