Lydia Payne Johnson, JD, Cipp
About Lydia Payne Johnson, JD, Cipp
Lydia Payne Johnson is the Director of Data Governance, Compliance, and Identity Management at The George Washington University. With extensive experience in privacy and data protection, she has held significant roles in various organizations and has contributed to academic discourse as an adjunct professor.
Current Role at The George Washington University
Lydia Payne Johnson serves as the Director of Data Governance, Compliance, and Identity Management at The George Washington University. She has held this position since 2024, working in a hybrid capacity in Ashburn, Virginia. In this role, she focuses on overseeing data governance initiatives and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Previous Experience at The George Washington University
Prior to her current role, Lydia worked at The George Washington University as the Director of IT Security, Identity Management, and Risk from 2019 to 2024. During her five years in this position, she was responsible for managing IT security protocols and identity management strategies.
Professional Background in Privacy and Compliance
Lydia has extensive experience in privacy and compliance roles. She served as the Chief Privacy Officer at Freddie Mac from 2011 to 2018 and as the Executive Director, Chief Privacy Officer at Morgan Stanley from 2000 to 2006. Her work involved developing privacy compliance programs and managing risk advisory services.
Academic Involvement and Teaching
Since 2021, Lydia has been an Adjunct Professor at New York Law School, contributing to the education of future legal professionals. Her teaching focuses on privacy and data protection, reflecting her expertise in these areas.
Educational Background and Certifications
Lydia holds a Juris Doctor (JD) from New York Law School, where she studied from 1992 to 1996. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Hunter College. Additionally, she has completed executive education at Tuck Executive Education at Dartmouth, focusing on Leadership and Strategic Impact, and holds a certificate from The Wharton School in Financial Services.