About the Role
Sirar by stc, an advanced technology and cybersecurity company established by stc, is seeking a Data Management Specialist to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is crucial in supporting the company's mission to empower organizations with robust cyber capabilities and digital environments. As a cutting-edge cybersecurity provider, Sirar by stc offers comprehensive solutions for safe, secure, and efficient online operations. This full-time position offers an opportunity for an individual with 0-1 years of experience to contribute to enterprise data management and governance strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the execution of the enterprise data management and governance strategy, aligning with the National Data Management Office (NDMO).
- Assist in the implementation and maintenance of data governance frameworks, policies, and the operating model.
- Ensure adherence to the Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and other data protection requirements through daily data handling practices.
- Execute and monitor the data quality program, including tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and supporting Critical Data Elements (CDEs).
- Manage and track data sharing requests and associated documentation, ensuring proper approvals and record-keeping.
- Maintain and update metadata and data ownership information across various business domains, including the data catalog, glossary, and lineage.
- Support Master Data Management (MDM) activities to enhance data consistency and quality.
- Assist in the implementation of data lifecycle, classification, and retention practices.
- Support the utilization and maintenance of data governance, catalog, and discovery tools.
- Maintain and update the Record of Processing Activities (RoPA) and privacy documentation, and conduct required Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA) and Technology Impact Assessments (TIA).
- Review data sharing agreements and Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) in coordination with the Legal department.
- Support AI data governance practices, ensuring data used in AI applications is compliant and well-governed.
- Assist in audit activities and NDMO compliance assessments, including the preparation of documentation and evidence.
- Collaborate effectively with business, IT, Security, and Risk teams to enforce data governance and compliance practices.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Experience in data quality, metadata management, and data lifecycle practices.
- Understanding of PDPL and data privacy requirements.
- Familiarity with data sharing processes and governance.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and coordination skills.
- Experience with data governance tools such as Collibra, Informatica, or Purview.
- Hands-on experience with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in data governance frameworks, including DAMA-DMBOK.
- Expertise in data quality management.
- Skilled in metadata management.
- Knowledge of data lifecycle practices.
- Understanding of PDPL and data privacy requirements.
- Familiarity with data sharing processes and governance.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent coordination skills.
- Experience with data governance tools (*, Collibra, Informatica, Purview).
- Proficiency in Power BI and Tableau.
Work Environment and Additional Information
This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Preferred qualifications include certifications such as CDMP, CIPP, or CIPM. By submitting your application, you confirm that you have read and understood Sirar's Candidate Privacy Notice and agree to the processing of your personal data in accordance with it.
