669 Data Quality Analyst jobs in Kuala Lumpur

Responsibilities

• Supports the implementation of a quality improvement and patient safety program to enhance decision-making by;

• Collecting clinical and non-clinical data from multiple sources

• Managing and organizing data sets from database management systems
• Analyzing data to identify patterns, trends, and variations, including distinguishing between special cause and common cause variation in data points
• Coordinate and manage timely data submission to external parties.
• Transforming complex data into clear and actionable insights
• Sharing findings with stakeholders through reports and presentations
• Providing evidence-based recommendations for improvement
• Create and maintain a system for data management using SQL and PowerBI and providing ongoing support as needed.
• Prepare the Quality Improvement and Patient Safety report for Management Committee, Audit, Risk & Compliance Committee and Board of Directors.
• Coordinate and analyzed the Hospital Survey on Patient Safety Culture to identify key insights and areas for improvement.

• Identify areas for improvement to enhance quality and patient safety;

• Coordinate organizational wide projects utilizing effective tools such as PDSA (Plan-Do-Study-Act), Failure Mode & Effect Analyses (FMEA), Lean Management, Patient Related Outcome Measure and Patient Related Experience Measure, etc.

• Lead and coordinate data validation activities for new quality measures, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and validity of data.
• Coordinate a Quality Forum to review and discuss stakeholders' data analyses on Quality Improvement & Patient Safety (QPS) initiatives.
• Assists in coordinating activities for hospital-wide accreditations and providing support to the respective department in their pursuit of certification, such as conducting internal audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Health Science, Healthcare Management, Data Management or equivalent.
• Professional Certificate in Data Analytics, Data Science or equivalent.
• Possess at least a Basic Certificate in Quality and Patient Safety Course

Additional Qualifications / Skills

• Strong analytical skills.
• Knowledgeable in statistical analysis software; SPSS, Power BI, MySQL.
• Knowledgeable in MS Office (Excel, Words, Publish and PowerPoint)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to think logically, solve problems, and maintain high attention to detail.
• Knowledgeable in hospital accreditation standards, including Joint Commission International (JCI) and Malaysian Society for Quality in Health (MSQH), with proven experience in organizing and preparing accreditation readiness activities
• Good report writing and good command of English.

Ob Summary

• To manage the operations of the Cash Management Operations i.e. Pre-Processing, Processing (Payment and Clearing) and Static Data Unit (set up, maintenance, pricing and billing, CoE, LM) in ensuring consistent delivery of high quality services to customers and meeting objectives set by the Group using available resources allocated while maintaining operational risk to an accepted level.
• To manage daily operations to achieve service quality by meeting / exceeding service standards and achieving zero defect for Cash Management Operations i.e. Pre-Processing, Processing (Payment and Clearing) and Static Data Unit (set up, maintenance, pricing and billing, CoE, LM)
• To discharge operational duties of the Cash Management Operations i.e. Pre-Processing, Processing (Payment and Clearing) and Static Data Unit (set up, maintenance, pricing and billing, CoE, LM), as instructed by the Manager of the Unit/ Head of Department and ensure that the established service standards are met
• Direct staff responsibilities as per current Organization Chart in Cash Management Operations i.e. Pre-Processing, Processing (Payment and Clearing) and Static Data Unit (set up, maintenance, pricing and billing, CoE, LM))

Key Responsibilities
Business

• Maintain a close working relationship with the customers to ensure that service issues are promptly escalated and acted upon;
• Initiating & implementing service quality initiatives
• Uphold the values of the Group and company at all times.

Processes

• Ensuring continuous improvement in timeliness to the standards prescribed for the process from time to time.
• Releasing deals as per the department operating instruction manual, customers instructions and within the timeliness and accuracy standards specified.
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable Rules / Regulations and Company and Group Policies. Identifying exceptions from the norms & initiating corrective and preventive actions.
• Comply with Group Money Laundering Prevention Policy and Procedures and Sanctions to the extend applicable and reporting all suspicious Transaction to the Line Manager.
• Where applicable, ensure compliance to Group and Country Regulations are managed to the extend agreed with the Countries and ensure all staff adhere to the same.

The Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• Min 3-5 years of experience
• Able to lead a team
• Experience in Cash Payments
• Analytical skills
• Must have MS Office (Word, Excel & Power Point)
• Python knowledge is good to have
• Prior experience in payment investigation is required

About Standard Chartered
We're an international bank, nimble enough to act, big enough for impact. For more than 170 years, we've worked to make a positive difference for our clients, communities, and each other. We question the status quo, love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better than before. If you're looking for a career with purpose and you want to work for a bank making a difference, we want to hear from you. You can count on us to celebrate your unique talents and we can't wait to see the talents you can bring us.

Our purpose, to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity, together with our brand promise, to be here for good are achieved by how we each live our valued behaviours. When you work with us, you'll see how we value difference and advocate inclusion.

Together We

• Do the right thing and are assertive, challenge one another, and live with integrity, while putting the client at the heart of what we do
• Never settle, continuously striving to improve and innovate, keeping things simple and learning from doing well, and not so well
• Are better together, we can be ourselves, be inclusive, see more good in others, and work collectively to build for the long term

What We Offer
In line with our Fair Pay Charter,
we offer a competitive salary and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial and social wellbeing.

• Core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance, with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations.
• Time-off including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days), along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday, which is combined to 30 days minimum.
• Flexible working options based around home and office locations, with flexible working patterns.
• Proactive wellbeing support through Unmind, a market-leading digital wellbeing platform, development courses for resilience and other human skills, global Employee Assistance Programme, sick leave, mental health first-aiders and all sorts of self-help toolkits
• A continuous learning culture to support your growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical, virtual and digital learning.
• Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation, one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity, across our teams, business functions and geographies - everyone feels respected and can realise their full potential.

Position Overview:

The Vice President – Governance, Compliance & Data Governance is responsible for ensuring that the bank operates in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry best practices. This role will drive the governance framework across information security, technology risk, and data management while strengthening compliance culture throughout the organization. The incumbent will work closely with internal stakeholders, regulators, and auditors to ensure robust governance, compliance oversight, and effective data governance practices to support the bank's strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Governance & Risk Oversight:

• Develop and maintain governance frameworks for cybersecurity, IT risk, and data management.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, regulatory guidelines, and industry standards.
• Prepare reports and dashboards for management committees, board sub-committees, and regulators.
• Coordinate governance forums, steering committees, and risk review sessions.

Compliance Management:

• Monitor compliance with applicable banking regulations (e.g., Bank Negara Malaysia RMiT, MAS TRM, GDPR, PCI DSS, ISO
• Support regulatory audits, internal audits, and compliance reviews.
• Liaise with regulators on governance and compliance matters.
• Ensure timely closure of audit/compliance findings.
• Maintain an inventory of regulatory obligations and track adherence.

Data Governance:

• Establish and maintain a bank-wide data governance framework.
• Define policies for data ownership, data quality, data classification, and data lifecycle management.
• Drive compliance with data protection and privacy laws (e.g., PDPA, GDPR).
• Collaborate with business units and IT to improve data integrity, accuracy, and availability.
• Support enterprise data initiatives such as data lakes, analytics, and reporting.

Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Engagement:

• Partner with Information Security, Risk, IT, and Business stakeholders to embed governance practices.
• Provide training and awareness on compliance, governance, and data governance principles.
• Act as a subject matter expert for governance-related initiatives and projects.

Qualifications & Experience Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Risk Management, Information Security, or related field.
• Master's degree or MBA is an advantage.

Professional Certifications (preferred):

• Compliance / Governance:
  CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, CCEP, ICA certifications.
• Data Governance / Privacy:
  CDMP, DCAM, CIPP, CIPM
• Security / Risk:
  CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer or Auditor

Experience:

• 10–12 years of experience in governance, compliance, risk, or data management roles, preferably in banking/financial services.
• Strong understanding of banking regulations and risk management practices.
• Experience in regulatory engagement, audit management, and policy development.
• Hands-on experience in implementing data governance or information governance frameworks.

Key Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of banking regulatory landscape (BNM, MAS, Basel, GDPR/PDPA, ISO standards).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Project management and organizational skills.
• High integrity and ability to handle sensitive information.

Role Overview

In this role, the candidate will be responsible for leading the design, implementation, and governance of data assets. You will ensure data is structured, accessible, and trusted to support operational excellence and strategic decision-making. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and stakeholder engagement to deliver high-value data products in a fast-paced, cloud-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end data lifecycle management, from acquisition and modelling to cataloguing and governance.
• Design and maintain complex data models that support operations and analytics.
• Manage metadata and data catalogue tools to ensure discoverability and lineage tracking.
• Deliver scalable and secure data products on cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
• Apply foundational data transformation techniques using SQL and Python to prepare data for consumption.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define data requirements and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Champion data quality, integrity, and compliance across systems and processes.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in data management and governance across all stages of the data lifecycle.
• Deep understanding and hands-on experience with complex data modelling techniques.
• Proficiency in metadata management and data cataloguing tools.
• Demonstrated delivery of data products within cloud ecosystems (AWS or Azure).
• Strong SQL and Python skills for data manipulation and transformation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Customer-centric mindset with a pragmatic approach to value delivery and execution.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data excellence.
• Solid business acumen and ability to align data initiatives with strategic objectives.

Job Summary

Participate and support all aspects of Data Governance initiative or related daily operational tasks are assigned, within agreed and committed service level agreements.

Job Responsibilities

• You will support our data governance team in implementing and maintaining data quality standards, policies, and procedures.
• You will also assist in data cataloguing, data lineage, data stewardship, and data issue resolution.
• You will work closely with data owners, data engineers, data analysts, and data scientists to ensure that our data assets are accurate, consistent, and reliable.
• You will participate in Master Data Maintenance tools change management process as business analyst, and internal QA to perform internal testing. This includes to develop or maintain the UAT test plan, training materials and user guides.
• You will participate in Master Data Quality checking of new Merget & Acquisition data set collected, perform checking and ensure the data quality is at acceptable level.

Functional skills and knowledge

• A current student or recent graduate in data science, data management, information systems, computer science, or a related field.
• A strong interest and passion for data quality and data governance.
• A basic understanding of data concepts, such as data models, data types, data sources, data flows, etc.
• A good analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
• A good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a team and independently
• A willingness to learn new skills and technologies, and to take on new challenges.
• Understand and able to operate Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel and Power Point.
• Able to work under pressure and to tight timelines.
• Must be organized, accurate and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Time management and good understanding and ability to priorities multiple conflicting activities
• Adapts a flexible work schedule as per the demands.
• Good technical skill of Phyton will be an advantage.

Location:
Kuala Lumpur, MY, MY

Global Business Unit: OTH

Job Function: Information Technology

Requisition Number:

Description:

Job Summary

Participate and support all aspects of Data Governance initiative or related daily operational tasks are assigned, within agreed and committed service level agreements.

Job Responsibilities

• You will support our data governance team in implementing and maintaining data quality standards, policies, and procedures.
• You will also assist in data cataloguing, data lineage, data stewardship, and data issue resolution.
• You will work closely with data owners, data engineers, data analysts, and data scientists to ensure that our data assets are accurate, consistent, and reliable.
• You will participate in Master Data Maintenance tools change management process as business analyst, and internal QA to perform internal testing. This includes to develop or maintain the UAT test plan, training materials and user guides.
• You will participate in Master Data Quality checking of new Merget & Acquisition data set collected, perform checking and ensure the data quality is at acceptable level.

Functional skills and knowledge

• A current student or recent graduate in data science, data management, information systems, computer science, or a related field.
• A strong interest and passion for data quality and data governance.
• A basic understanding of data concepts, such as data models, data types, data sources, data flows, etc.
• A good analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
• A good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a team and independently
• A willingness to learn new skills and technologies, and to take on new challenges.
• Understand and able to operate Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel and Power Point.
• Able to work under pressure and to tight timelines.
• Must be organized, accurate and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Time management and good understanding and ability to priorities multiple conflicting activities
• Adapts a flexible work schedule as per the demands.
• Good technical skill of Phyton will be an advantage.

Requisition Number:

Job Function: Information Technology

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Job Description & Summary
At PwC, our people in data and analytics focus on leveraging data to drive insights and make informed business decisions. They utilise advanced analytics techniques to help clients optimise their operations and achieve their strategic goals.

In business intelligence at PwC, you will focus on leveraging data and analytics to provide strategic insights and drive informed decision-making for clients. You will develop and implement innovative solutions to optimise business performance and enhance competitive advantage.


As a Senior Associate - Data Governance, you will play a critical role in ensuring consistent, secure, and high-quality data management across the organisation. You will achieve this by orchestrating policies, processes, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders, even without direct control over all resources.

Reporting directly to the Chief Data Officer, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to promote adherence to internal policies and local statutory requirements, while facilitating responsible data usage across business lines.

Key responsibilities

• Demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of data governance theory, standard methodology and practical considerations (ability to focus on “minimum viable governance”).
  
• Work cross-functionally to develop, implement, and continuously improve firm-wide data management processes, for example collaborate with:
  
  
  

Line of Service
Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector
Not Applicable

Specialism
IFS - Information Technology (IT)

Management Level
Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary
At PwC, our people in data and analytics focus on leveraging data to drive insights and make informed business decisions. They utilise advanced analytics techniques to help clients optimise their operations and achieve their strategic goals.

In business intelligence at PwC, you will focus on leveraging data and analytics to provide strategic insights and drive informed decision-making for clients. You will develop and implement innovative solutions to optimise business performance and enhance competitive advantage.


As a Senior Associate - Data Governance, you will play a critical role in ensuring consistent, secure, and high-quality data management across the organisation. You will achieve this by orchestrating policies, processes, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders, even without direct control over all resources.

Reporting directly to the Chief Data Officer, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to promote adherence to internal policies and local statutory requirements, while facilitating responsible data usage across business lines.

Key responsibilities

• Demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of data governance theory, standard methodology and practical considerations (ability to focus on “minimum viable governance”).
  
• Work cross-functionally to develop, implement, and continuously improve firm-wide data management processes, for example collaborate with:
  
  
  

• Periodic engagement with global SMEs to align Network Data Policy (NDP) requirements, ensuring relevant information is cascaded to Data Committee members for information or further action.
  
• Connect with other territories and global SMEs to understand data governance best practices for adoption locally.
  
• Support Chief Data Officer on key initiatives, issues tracking and improvement plans including preparing relevant presentation materials.
  
  
  

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
  
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
  
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
  
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
  
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
  
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
  
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
  
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.
  
  
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Data Science, IT, or a related field.
  
• 5 - 6 years’ experience in data governance, data management or related areas.
  
• Experience in professional services or regulated industries is an advantage.
  
• Certification in data governance (e.g., CDMP, DCAM) or data privacy (e.g., CIPP/A) is preferred.
  
  
  

• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks (e.g. DAMA-DMBOK, DCAM).
  
• Proficiency in data management principles, including data quality, metadata, stewardship, and classification.
  
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance frameworks (e.g. PDPA, GDPR etc).
  
• Knowledge of data privacy, ethical AI, and information security controls.
  
  
  

• Experience working with cross-functional teams including risk, legal, digital, IT security and business units.
  
• Ability to influence without authority and navigate complex stakeholder environments.
  
• Understanding of data governance tools (e.g. Microsoft Purview), data lineage, data anonymization, data transformation tools preferred.
  
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
  
• Self-starter with high attention to detail and commitment to compliance and data ethics.
  

Required Skills

Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Business Case Development, Business Data Analytics, Business Intelligence and Reporting Tools (BIRT), Business Intelligence Development Studio, Communication, Competitive Advantage, Continuous Process Improvement, Creativity, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Architecture, Database Management System (DBMS), Data Collection, Data Pipeline, Data Quality, Data Science, Data Visualization, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Industry Trend Analysis {+ 16 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

Job Posting End Date
March 31, 2026

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Information Technology
• Industries Professional Services

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Job Description & Summary

In business intelligence at PwC, you will focus on leveraging data and analytics to provide strategic insights and drive informed decision-making for clients. You will develop and implement innovative solutions to optimise business performance and enhance competitive advantage.

As a Senior Associate - Data Governance, you will play a critical role in ensuring consistent, secure, and high-quality data management across the organisation. You will achieve this by orchestrating policies, processes, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders, even without direct control over all resources.

Reporting directly to the Chief Data Officer, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to promote adherence to internal policies and local statutory requirements, while facilitating responsible data usage across business lines.

Key responsibilities

• Demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of data governance theory, standard methodology and practical considerations (ability to focus on “minimum viable governance”).

• Work cross-functionally to develop, implement, and continuously improve firm-wide data management processes, for example collaborate with:

a) Legal and risk management: Ensure compliance with local data privacy laws (e.g., PDPA), regulatory requirements, and ethical AI principles.

b) IT security: Align data governance with security policies and controls to ensure data confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

c) Business units: Facilitate collaboration between business stakeholders and data stewards to embed governance into business processes.

d) Academy: Champion data literacy and governance awareness.

Digital: Ensure governance is built into data platforms and integration architecture.

• Periodic engagement with global SMEs to align Network Data Policy (NDP) requirements, ensuring relevant information is cascaded to Data Committee members for information or further action.

• Connect with other territories and global SMEs to understand data governance best practices for adoption locally.

• Support Chief Data Officer on key initiatives, issues tracking and improvement plans including preparing relevant presentation materials.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.

• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.

• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.

• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.

• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.

• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.

• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.

• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Qualifications & experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Data Science, IT, or a related field.

• 5 - 6 years’ experience in data governance, data management or related areas.

• Experience in professional services or regulated industries is an advantage.

• Certification in data governance (e.g., CDMP, DCAM) or data privacy (e.g., CIPP/A) is preferred.

Key skills & competencies

Core skills

• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks (e.g. DAMA-DMBOK, DCAM).

• Proficiency in data management principles, including data quality, metadata, stewardship, and classification.

• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance frameworks (e.g. PDPA, GDPR etc).

• Knowledge of data privacy, ethical AI, and information security controls.

Other skills

• Experience working with cross-functional teams including risk, legal, digital, IT security and business units.

• Ability to influence without authority and navigate complex stakeholder environments.

• Understanding of data governance tools (e.g. Microsoft Purview), data lineage, data anonymization, data transformation tools preferred.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication.

• Self-starter with high attention to detail and commitment to compliance and data ethics.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

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Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

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Summary

The Principal Data Governance Specialist is responsible for defining, implementing, and maintaining governance and operational excellence across the organization's Data Loss Prevention (DLP) landscape. This role will provide oversight, policy enforcement, and operational leadership for email, web, cloud, endpoint, and network DLP platforms ensuring governance, data protection, and risk reduction across all business units. The role requires strong technical knowledge of DLP platforms, with the ability to balance governance requirements and user experience considerations.

Job Responsibilities

Strategy:

• Develop and maintain the organization's enterprise-wide DLP strategy, policies, and standards, including classification, data loss protection and awareness.
• Provide thought and execution leadership in the formulation and execution of comprehensive strategies for data protection and security awareness.

Execution and Operations

• Establish and enforce data governance policies, including data retention and classification standards, to ensure governance, data integrity, and secure information management.
• Utilise technology platforms (eg. DLP and M365) to manage DLP controls across email, web, and cloud channels and systems, with an emphasis on the right balance of automation and process.
• Provide oversight for daily operational activities related to DLP, including incident triage, discovery, scanning, and escalations.
• Constantly evolve and adapt data governance implementation to balance governance and employee experience, and based on evolving threats and organizational needs.
• Lead and support ongoing DLP-related projects, collaborating with the DLP Infrastructure team and vendors for successful project outcomes.

Team Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and guide the DLP and IT Security Awareness teams towards achieving departmental and organizational objectives.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the development of reports and metrics related to DLP and IT Security Awareness.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with other department heads and stakeholders to integrate data protection and security awareness initiatives into the broader organizational framework.
• Coordinate with SOC, IT Security, and Infrastructure teams to ensure cohesive threat detection, mitigation, and policy tuning.

IT Security Awareness

• Lead the development, maintenance, and implementation of the IT Security Awareness program.
• Oversee the education of staff on the importance of information security and the application of due diligence.
• Lead and participate in social engineering activities, including phishing exercises for staff.
• Provide strategic guidance on remediation efforts and continuous improvement based on testing results.

Qualifications & Skills

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field (Master's or relevant certifications preferred).

• 10+ years of IT security, data governance or protection experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or governance capacity.

• Hands-on experience with DLP solutions
(e.g. Proofpoint, Symantec, Netskope, Zscaler).

• Familiarity with global data protection regulations and security frameworks.

Leadership & Technical Skills

• Strong governance, risk management, and audit handling experience.

• Deep understanding of DLP technologies, security architectures, and incident response processes.

• Excellent communication skills with ability to influence at senior management levels.

• Experience leading cross-regional or group-wide data security programs is an advantage.