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Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) Certification Course

The Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) certification is a globally recognized credential designed for professionals specializing in privacy solutions, data security, and compliance. This certification validates your expertise in designing, building, and implementing privacy technology platforms that enhance trust and ensure regulatory compliance.

By earning the CDPSE certification, you gain advanced knowledge in privacy impact assessments (PIA), encryption, de-identification, risk management, and privacy governance—essential skills for modern data privacy professionals.

Overview

The CDPSE training course provides a technical, experience-based approach to privacy engineering, focusing on privacy-by-design principles, secure data management, and compliance strategies.

Participants will learn:

  • How to design and implement privacy solutions that align with business objectives.
  • Key strategies for risk management, legal compliance, and privacy impact assessments (PIA).
  • Technical privacy-enhancing techniques such as encryption, hashing, and data classification.
  • How to manage data lifecycles and prevent threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities.

Target Audience

Target Audience

The CDPSE certification is ideal for professionals involved in data privacy, compliance, and security, including:

  • Privacy Engineers
  • Privacy Analysts & Advisors
  • Security and Privacy Consultants
  • Lead Privacy Managers
  • Software Engineers specializing in Privacy
  • Information Security Engineers & Data Protection Experts
  • Privacy Solutions Architects
  • Legal Compliance & Data Governance Professionals

Pre-Requisites

CDPSE Certification Requirements

To be eligible for the CDPSE exam, candidates must meet the following criteria:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in data privacy, security, and risk management, covering at least two domains of the CDPSE Exam Content Outline.
  • Experience waiver: Candidates holding certifications like CISA, CISM, CGEIT, CRISC, CSX-P, or FIP can reduce the work experience requirement to 3 years.

Exam Info

Course Duration:  32 Hours

CDPSE Exam Details

Exam Code CDPSE
Exam Name Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer
Exam Type Multiple-choice Questions
Exam Cost USD 575 for Members and USD 760 for Non-Members
Total Questions 150 Questions
Exam Duration 3.5 hours (210 minutes)
Passing Score 450 marks our of (200-800)
Languages English
Course Syllabus

Module 1: Privacy Governance

  • Personal Data & Information Management
  • Privacy Laws & Compliance Standards (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA)
  • Privacy Documentation (Policies, Guidelines, and Procedures)
  • Data Subject Rights & Legal Requirements
  • Privacy Training, Awareness & Vendor Management
  • Privacy Risk Management & Incident Handling
  • Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) & Threat Management

Module 2: Privacy Architecture

  • Technology Stacks & Cloud-Based Privacy Solutions
  • System Hardening & Secure Development Lifecycle
  • Encryption, Hashing, & Data De-identification
  • Monitoring, Logging & Access Control Mechanisms
  • APIs, Tracking Technologies & Secure Communication Protocols
  • Identity & Access Management (IAM) for Privacy Compliance

Module 3: Data Cycle

  • Data Inventory & Classification (Tagging, Tracking, SOR)
  • Data Minimization, Anonymization & Secure Data Retention
  • Data Storage, Warehousing, & Archiving Best Practices
  • Data Flow Diagrams, AI & Machine Learning in Data Privacy
  • Data Destruction, Disposal, & Secure Migration Techniques

Key Benefits of CDPSE Certification

  • Ability to Build & Implement Privacy Solutions – Learn to design privacy-first technology platforms that enhance compliance and security.
  • Expertise in Privacy Risk Management & Compliance – Gain in-depth knowledge of global privacy laws, risk assessment strategies, and regulatory frameworks.
  • Strong Technical Skillset in Data Security – Master encryption, hashing, de-identification, and privacy impact assessments (PIA) to mitigate privacy risks.
  • Career Advancement in Privacy & Security – Earn a globally recognized credential that enhances career opportunities in privacy engineering, data protection, and compliance.
  • Enhanced End-User Trust & Data Protection – Improve user experience while ensuring data privacy, compliance, and security best practices.
  • Recognition as a Privacy Engineering Expert – Demonstrate technical competence in privacy-focused architecture, software development, and data lifecycle management.

Schedule & Fee

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