Updated 9/16/2024
1. Purpose and Scope
This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains how Green Monster GRC, LLC. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal information related to your visits to our website, https://galvanassociates.com (“Website”). It describes the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the rights you have concerning your personal data.
Additionally, this Policy outlines how we gather information for marketing and business development purposes, as well as how we manage data in the fulfillment of contractual obligations on behalf of our clients, including government agencies. In cases where your information is provided to us by one of our Clients in the course of fulfilling contractual duties, you must contact that Client directly for any data-related requests.
Please review this Policy carefully. By accessing or using our Website, or by providing personal information to Green Monster GRC, LLC., you agree to the terms outlined herein. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the Website or submitting personal information.
2. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Policy at any time. When changes are made, we will post the revised Policy on our Website, along with a new effective date. Your continued use of the Website after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated Policy.
3. Categories of Personal Information We Collect
We collect personal information that may identify or be linked to you as part of our services. Over the past 12 months, we may have collected the following categories of personal information:
- Identifiers: such as name, IP address, physical and email addresses, phone numbers (work or personal).
- Professional or Employment Information: such as job title or role, employer, and related information.
- Education Information: such as qualifications, certifications, or academic history.
We do not actively collect sensitive information such as racial or ethnic data, gender, or other protected classifications unless provided by you or shared with us by a third party, for example, during an employment referral.
4. How We Collect Personal Information
We collect personal information through various methods, including:
- Directly from you: when you interact with us via the Website, email, or phone.
- Third-Party Providers: such as LinkedIn and other networking platforms.
- Automatically: through your device or browser when you visit the Website (e.g., IP address).
- From Clients: in the course of fulfilling our contractual obligations.
- From Cookies and Analytics: To track website use and prevent fraud related actions.
5. How We Use Personal Information
We may use your personal information for the following purposes:
- To process and manage recruitment and hiring activities.
- To operate, maintain, and improve the Website and our services.
- To comply with legal obligations or respond to legal claims.
- To protect against fraud and illegal activities.
- To fulfill contractual obligations to clients, particularly in the performance of services for Government Agency Clients.
- For any purpose disclosed at the time of data collection, or with your consent.
6. Disclosure of Personal Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. In limited circumstances, we may share your information:
- To provide services through the Website.
- To analyze and improve user interaction with the Website.
- To prevent fraud, enforce this Policy, or protect our rights and the rights of others.
- To comply with legal obligations or defend against legal claims.
- With your consent or as otherwise disclosed when you provide the information.
- To Government Agency Clients if required for the performance of contractual services.
7. Third-Party Links and Services
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. These are subject to the terms and policies of the respective third parties, including their privacy policies. Green Monster GRC, LLC. is not responsible for the practices of third parties.
8. California Privacy Notice
While Green Monster GRC, LLC. is currently exempt from the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), we strive to comply with CCPA principles to the extent feasible. California residents may exercise their rights regarding personal information, as outlined below, by contacting us at 703.209.2727 or info@greenmonstergrc.com.
- Right to Know and Access: Request details about the personal information we have collected over the past 12 months.
- Right to Correct: Request corrections to inaccurate personal information.
- Right to Delete: Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain limitations.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights under the CCPA.
If your information was provided by a Government Agency Client, any requests related to that information should be directed to the respective agency.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. We may retain data for a longer period if necessary for legal, tax, or regulatory purposes.
Our Website is not intended for children under 18, and we do not knowingly collect information from minors.
10. European Union Residents
Green Monster GRC, LLC. does not intentionally collect information from residents of the European Union (EU). If we discover that we have inadvertently collected information about an EU resident, we will promptly delete such data. EU residents may request data deletion by contacting us.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us at: 703.209.2727 or info@greenmonstergrc.com.
