GDPR Compliance for the Public Sector: Protect Sensitive Citizen Data with My Data Solution

Public administrations are responsible for managing a variety of sensitive personal data, such as tax, civil status, and medical data. As public actors, their role is to guarantee the security and confidentiality of this information. Failure to comply with GDPR requirements exposes them to financial penalties and a loss of citizen trust, making tailored support essential.

The GDPR aims to protect citizens’ rights and ensure the confidentiality of personal data processed. Public sector compliance includes adjustments to internal processes, enhanced security measures and ongoing awareness-raising among teams. This process helps to maintain citizens’ trust in public institutions.

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GDPR Compliance Challenges for the Public Sector

Protection of citizens' rights

The GDPR ensures the secure management of personal data, essential to respecting the privacy of users.

Legal liability

In the event of non-compliance, public bodies risk severe sanctions, reinforcing the need to comply with regulations.

Citizen trust

Responsible and transparent management of personal data strengthens public trust in local and regional authorities.

Reputation and reputation management

Data breaches can damage the reputation of public institutions, impacting their relationships with citizens.

Efficient data management

Complying with the GDPR enables more optimized data management, thereby improving the efficiency of public services.

Why Choose My Data Solution?

My Data Solution is your specialized GDPR partner for the public sector. We support you with unique expertise and a total commitment to compliance.

A team of certified experts: Our Bureau Veritas certified DPO consultants bring more than 3 years of experience in the public sector, with numerous references with local authorities.
Complete services: Consulting, training, outsourcing of the DPO function, and software to ensure total compliance.
Personalized and transparent support: Thanks to our T-TIMES tool, you can follow the progress of our missions in real time with real-time invoicing, at no extra cost.

What We Do for You

Audit and Compliance Assessment

We carry out a complete audit of your personal data processing practices to identify gaps with the GDPR and provide you with personalized recommendations.

Development of Policies and Procedures

We help you draft privacy policies, data processing agreements and internal procedures to ensure compliant management.

Training and Awareness

Our tailor-made training courses help raise awareness among your teams about best practices and data protection.

External Data Protection Officer (DPO)

If necessary, we can act as an external DPO to ensure ongoing monitoring and support of your GDPR compliance.

Data Security

We advise you on the technical and organizational measures to adopt to protect personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure or alteration.

Regulatory Watch

We ensure constant monitoring to keep you informed of legal and regulatory developments in terms of data protection.

Data Security: A Strategic Priority

Data security is at the heart of our approach. We use security best practices, including encryption technologies and regular audits to ensure compliance with the highest standards.

Ensuring Regulatory Compliance for the Public Sector

We closely monitor legal and regulatory developments to ensure that your practices are always compliant with the requirements of the GDPR and other laws related to the management of public data. We help you prepare for regulatory controls and respond to requests from data protection authorities.

We also ensure that you are ready to integrate strategic digital issues, such as AI and data security in the Cloud, in relation to the challenges of public authorities.

Statistics and key facts

Cyber attacks

Since 2020, ANSSI has noted an increase in ransomware attacks on metropolitan areas, urban communities, small municipalities, etc. All communities, regardless of their size, are affected by these attacks, which sometimes have devastating consequences. Interruption of administrative services, inaccessibility of financial or administrative documents, leaks of personal data, damage to reputation, legal risks, etc.

In 2020, nearly 30% of local authorities were victims of a ransomware attack according to a study by Clusif. Indeed, that same year saw the number of cyberattacks against local authorities increase by 50%compared to 2019.

Local elected officials are now increasingly taking full measure of this risk

CNIL control

In 2022, the President of the CNIL decided to formally notify 22 municipalities in mainland France and overseas to appoint a data protection officer. They have 4 months to comply by appointing a data protection officer, under the conditions set by the GDPR.

If the municipalities do not comply with the formal notice, the president may refer the matter to the restricted committee – the CNIL body responsible for issuing sanctions – which may decide on a fine and also make it public.

Customer Reviews:

MY DATA SOLUTION’s GDPR support has been a major asset for the Jeff de Bruges Group. Their specialized expertise has allowed us to ensure customized compliance, thus reducing the risks of non-compliance and strengthening our competitive advantage. With their advice, we have established transparent privacy policies, strengthening the relationship with our customers and reinforcing their trust in our brand. We highly recommend them to any company looking to comply with the GDPR in an efficient and beneficial manner.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is GDPR and what are its objectives for the Public Sector?

The GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) is a European regulation that came into force in May 2018, aimed at strengthening the protection of individuals’ personal data within the European Union. For the Public Sector, the GDPR requires responsible and secure management of citizens’ personal data, in order to prevent the risk of violation and guarantee their confidentiality.

What personal data is affected by the GDPR for the Public Sector?

All personal data that can directly or indirectly identify a citizen/user is covered by the GDPR. This includes names, addresses, telephone numbers, email addresses, tax and social data.

What are the risks for the Public Sector in the event of non-compliance with the GDPR?

In the event of non-compliance with the GDPR, public administrations and operators are exposed to financial sanctions. In addition, they risk suffering significant damage to their reputation with their citizens.

How can the Public Sector practically comply with GDPR?

To comply with the GDPR, the Public Sector must adopt measures such as implementing data protection policies, carrying out compliance audits, obtaining user consent for the processing of their data, securing data and training their staff on compliant practices.

How can My Data Solution help the Public Sector in their GDPR compliance?

My Data Solution offers comprehensive support for GDPR compliance. We carry out personalized audits, develop action plans tailored to the subcontractor’s role, provide specific training and propose technical measures to ensure optimal compliance and responsible management of personal data.