Sr. Consultant

Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose – to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid. Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience Life at Visa. Visa USA Inc., a Visa Inc. company, needs a Sr. Consultant (multiple openings) in Foster City CA to: Design and implement data governance frameworks to optimize data access, usage, and sharing across Visa’s global payment network. Connect policies to common data analytics performed by VCA and develop compliance checklists and toolkits. Develop processes for tracking inquiries and connecting data use tickets to project tracking tool. Collaborate with VCA members in the EU/CEMEA/AP regions to navigate ambiguous policy situations. Establish various data oversight frameworks, privacy and confidentiality policies. Respond to nuanced policy inquiries in a timely and professional manner, identify potential risks, and suggest mitigation strategies. Position reports to the Foster City, California office and may allow for partial telecommuting. Basic Qualifications: Master’s degree in Data Science, Data Analytics, Engineering or related field and 5 years of experience in the job offered or in a Sr. Consultant-related occupation. Position requires experience in the following: Experience performing data governance responsibilities within an organization, including interpreting and executing governance frameworks, policies, and procedures. Experience building and operationalizing privacy frameworks based on data privacy principles and regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR, CCPA). Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams—including product, engineering, and analytics groups—to shape data-enabled solutions, ensure governance alignment, and support delivery of strategic initiatives. Proficiency in using data insights and key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate program performance, measure initiative outcomes, and communicate results to stakeholders. Certification in privacy and data protection frameworks such as CIPP/US, CIPM, or CIPT (IAPP) required. Certification in Power BI or Tableau required. Worksite: Foster City, CA This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 2-3 set days a week (determined by leadership/site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs. Travel Requirements: This position does not require travel. Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers. Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law. Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law, including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code. U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for this position is $204,214.00 USD to $240,100.00 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.