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Social Development Bank (SDB)

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 Data Operations Specialist
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Purpose
 
 
 
 The Data Operations Specialist is responsible for managing the data dictionary, metadata, reference data, and master data across the Bank. The role coordinates with data stewards to ensure alignment with business requirements and provides advisory support on maintaining and managing these data assets to ensure accuracy, quality, and proper utilization. Additionally, the specialist supports data quality initiatives, defines quality metrics, and ensures accurate implementation of data quality standards.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Roles and Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 1. Policies, Processes, and Procedures
 
 
 
 &bull; Ensure work is performed in line with approved policies, processes, procedures, and instructions.
 
 
 &bull; Review continuous improvement opportunities for systems, workflows, and practices based on leading practices.
 
 
 &bull; Facilitate knowledge transfer to new employees and reporting staff.
 
 
 &bull; Follow up on escalated issues to ensure timely and effective closure.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 2. Data Operations Management
 
 
 
 &bull; Conduct first- and second-level data analysis to identify potential data quality issues.
 
 
 &bull; Develop KPIs for monitoring data quality across departments.
 
 
 &bull; Prepare validation checklists to ensure data and processes align with policies.
 
 
 &bull; Collaborate with business owners to define data quality rules and exceptions.
 
 
 &bull; Participate in root cause analysis and document recommendations.
 
 
 &bull; Review data profiling controls and results.
 
 
 &bull; Conduct awareness sessions on data quality best practices.
 
 
 &bull; Provide recommendations for resolving data quality issues.
 
 
 &bull; Oversee the preparation and maintenance of data quality reports.
 
 
 &bull; Support quality assurance functions and data quality management.
 
 
 &bull; Contribute to employee development in data quality practices.
 
 
 &bull; Define and review protocols, procedures, and quality standards supporting the bank&rsquo;s data strategy.
 
 
 &bull; Introduce simplification and automation opportunities for data quality assurance.
 
 
 &bull; Work with data engineering teams to prevent and resolve data issues.
 
 
 &bull; Promote data quality awareness across business units.
 
 
 &bull; Monitor and report key data quality performance indicators.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 3. Metadata &amp; Master Data Management
 
 
 
 &bull; Maintain the metadata dictionary and define sources, attributes, and priorities.
 
 
 &bull; Develop metadata governance frameworks including classification and preservation.
 
 
 &bull; Support data stewards in managing the metadata lifecycle.
 
 
 &bull; Collaborate with IT to configure and implement the data dictionary tool.
 
 
 &bull; Verify completeness and accuracy of metadata.
 
 
 &bull; Create dashboards and indicators to monitor metadata management.
 
 
 &bull; Support creation and maintenance of master data and ensure consistency across systems.
 
 
 &bull; Work with data engineers on master data models.
 
 
 &bull; Support reference and master data governance plans.
 
 
 &bull; Manage master data tools and provide technical support.
 
 
 &bull; Train users on master data processes and promote compliance with governance policies.
 
 
 &bull; Identify improvement opportunities in data management practices.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 4. Additional Duties
 
 
 
 &bull; Support colleagues across the bank when needed.
 
 
 &bull; Provide inputs for reporting related to operations, achievements, and decision-making.
 
 
 &bull; Perform other tasks as required and when needed.
 
 
 &bull; Support capability development and knowledge transfer.
 
 
 &bull; Monitor compliance with data management and personal data protection regulations.
 
 
 &bull; Implement the data management program in alignment with relevant laws and policies.
 
 
 &bull; Manage open data requests and support the open data program.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications and Requirements
 
 
 
 Experience: +4 years of experience in Data Management, Data Analysis &amp; Reporting, or related fields.
 
 
 Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Information Systems, Data Science, Computer Science, or related field
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Required Competencies
 
 
 
 &bull; Information Systems Knowledge &mdash; Proficient
 
 
 &bull; Data Management &mdash; Advanced
 
 
 &bull; Data Analysis &amp; Reporting &mdash; Proficient
 
 
 &bull; Performance Monitoring &mdash; Advanced
 
 
 &bull; IT Change Management &mdash; Proficient
 
 
 
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Data Operations Specialist

Almosafer

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 About the company:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 At Almosafer (part of Seera Group), we&rsquo;re not just part of the travel industry, we&rsquo;re helping shape its future.
 
 
 As Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s leading travel company, we serve millions across every segment of the travel and tourism ecosystem.
 
 
 Rooted in our name &ldquo;Almosafer,&rdquo; meaning the traveler, we strive to make every journey seamless, personal, and purposeful. Our diverse platforms and services are built to deliver enriching experiences that reflect the spirit of Saudi Arabia and the wider region.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re united by a bold vision:
 
 
 To be the undisputed leader in travel services, fostering lasting connections and setting new benchmarks for excellence in the Kingdom and beyond.
 
 
 Our team across Saudi Arabia and the wider region blends deep cultural understanding with forward-thinking innovation, shaping a new standard for travel in the region.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the role:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Data Governance Specialist is responsible for maintaining the data governance framework. This includes defining policies, procedures, and standards related to data management and ensuring that they are followed consistently across the organization. Working with various stakeholders to ensure that data is collected, stored, and used in a way that is compliant with relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices. Overall, the role is critical to identify and address issues related to data governance, promote a data-driven culture and lastly, ensure confidentiality, integrity and availability across all data assets.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Continuous development and implementation of the data governance framework that aligns with the organization data strategy and meets relevant legal, regulatory, and industry requirements with the Head of Data Governance.
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 Define and communicate data policies, procedures, and standards across the organization, ensuring that they are understood and followed consistently.
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 Promote a data-driven culture of data governance throughout the organization by providing training and guidance and encouraging a commitment to data quality, integrity, and security.
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 Oversee the scheduled assessment of the data management audits such as, maintaining the control environment and coordinating data quality issues with the appropriate business application owners.
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 Monitor and report on the effectiveness of the data governance framework, including tracking and analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.
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 Collaborate with IT and Group Security teams to ensure that data is stored and transmitted securely and in compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
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 Continually assess data risks in the organization and publish any non-compliance issues and escalate to the Head of Data Governance.
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 Increase the organization&rsquo;s data literacy through targeted education programs that emphasize data governance, master data management, defined roles and responsibilities, and a standardized business glossary.
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 Coordinate and schedule data governance steering group meetings, preparing meeting packs, taking minutes, follow-ups on action items, representing the organization interests, providing expert guidance as needed.
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 Work closely with various stakeholders to understand their data needs and ensure that they have access to the data they need in a timely and secure manner.
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 Profile requirements:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
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 5+ years of experience in similar Data Governance/ Management roles
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 Experience with PDPL and similar regulations
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 Knowledge of SDAIA and NDMO Regulations (preferable)
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 Strong leadership, communication, project management, and analytical skills
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 Knowledge of data-related regulations in the Middle East and Europe
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 Prior experience in the travel industry (preferred)
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 Fluent English, fluent Arabic (preferred)
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 Being you @ Almosafer:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 At Almosafer, our teams work with purpose, clarity, and a shared commitment to doing things the right way.
 
 
 Whether you're building platforms, supporting travelers, or shaping strategy, your work connects to something bigger. Across functions and locations, we value accountability, trust, and collaboration - and we create the structure and space for you to contribute meaningfully from day one.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Here, you will find:
 
 
 A purpose-led workplace where your ideas can create real impact
 
 
 Ongoing learning and development to help you grow with intention
 
 
 Recognition that celebrates your wins, both big and small
 
 
 A community built on trust, curiosity, and shared momentum
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 No matter where your journey started, at Almosafer, you will find space to grow, connect, and contribute meaningfully.
 
 
 
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Specialist - Data Governance

Confidential

Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Data Governance Consultant to join our expert team. This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of data governance frameworks and principles. You will play a pivotal role in helping our clients manage their data as a strategic asset, ensuring it is secure, accurate, and compliant, thereby supporting their broader digital transformation and strategic objectives. Responsibilities * Design, develop, and implement comprehensive data governance frameworks, policies, standards, and procedures for our clients. * Lead data governance assessments to identify gaps and provide actionable recommendations. * Establish and manage data stewardship programmes within client organisations, defining roles and responsibilities. * Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of data governance initiatives. * Advise on best practices for data quality, metadata management, data lineage, and data security. * Collaborate with client stakeholders to understand their business requirements and align data governance strategies with their organisational goals. * Provide expert guidance on data-related regulations and support clients in achieving compliance. * Conduct workshops and training sessions to foster a culture of data awareness and accountability across client organisations. * Support the integration of data governance principles into wider projects, including AI, enterprise architecture, and risk management. Qualifications * Proven professional experience in a data governance, data management, or a similar consulting role. * In-depth knowledge of data governance frameworks such as DAMA-DMBOK. * Strong experience with data quality management, metadata solutions, and data stewardship. * Excellent understanding of data privacy and protection regulations. * Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills. * Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to manage senior stakeholders and work effectively in a client-facing environment. * A bachelor's degree in information systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related discipline. * Professional certifications in data management (e.g., CDMP) are highly desirable. * Previous experience within a professional services or consulting firm would be a significant advantage. * Fluency in both Arabic and English is strongly preferred.

Data Governance Consultant

Confidential Government

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 Job Objective:
 
 
 
 Contribute to the execution of data policies and support the implementation of data lifecycle management activities in alignment with NDMO requirements.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Apply data management policies and related procedures in daily operations.
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 Execute data lifecycle processes from definition to disposal according to approved frameworks.
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 Manage and document data sources and metadata to ensure consistency and reliability.
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 Collaborate with data teams to design and update data models and core definitions.
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 Develop and maintain dashboards and operational reports to support data-driven decision-making.
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 Apply data quality standards within ETL/ELT processes and monitor ongoing data quality.
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 Implement data classification and access control policies for sensitive data.
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 Support compliance requirements and prepare periodic compliance reports.
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 Conduct regular data validation and consistency checks across systems.
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 Support data integration and data exchange between systems.
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 Stay informed about regulatory changes and update operational practices accordingly.
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 Document data correction and continuous improvement procedures.
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 Provide analytical insights and data-driven recommendations to business teams.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Requirements and Skills:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in IT, Data Science, Statistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
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 4+ years of hands-on experience in data management, data quality, or data analysis.
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 Proficiency in SQL, ETL/ELT, and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker).
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 Solid knowledge of Data Governance, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Architecture, Data Security, and Privacy.
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 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on actionable outcomes.
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 Excellent communication skills in English and Arabic, and ability to work independently or within cross-functional teams.
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 Familiarity with the NDMO framework and related governance and compliance requirements.
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 </ul>
 
 
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Data Professional

D360 Bank

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 The role is responsible for designing, implementing, and sustaining a comprehensive data governance framework that ensures the integrity, quality, consistency, privacy, and compliance of data across the organization. The role positions data as a strategic enterprise asset to enable informed decision-making, regulatory reporting, and digital transformation. He/she ensures full compliance with all applicable local and international data management regulations and standards throughout the data lifecycle. The role provides expert oversight and guidance on data governance best practices, including data classification, handling, protection, and ethical usage.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Develop and maintain enterprise-wide data governance policies, standards, and procedures.
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 Establish data ownership, stewardship, and accountability models across all business functions.
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 Lead the adoption of data governance principles to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and reliability.
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 Establishes policies to define ownership and accountabilities for the quality and security of critical data
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 Define and monitor key data quality metrics (accuracy, completeness, timeliness, consistency).
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 Implement data quality improvement initiatives in collaboration with business and IT stakeholders.
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 Lead root cause analysis and resolution of data-related issues.
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 Identifies impact of various stages of the data lifecycle on business value
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 Assures compliance with KSA data governance regulations and policies
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 Anticipate legal implications of data handling processes
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 Rolls-out defined data governance procedures and standards across the Bank
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 Develop internal standards to guide data capture and validation, access, usage, masking, storage, archival and retention
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 Lays out implementation approach and monitoring of data governance rules and policies to all the operational datasets of the Bank
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 Collaborates with different functions to implement data governance policies and standards
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 Initiate process and programs to mitigate business risk of poor data quality and practices
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 Perform any other duties assigned to by line manager related to the nature of the work
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 Enforce, incorporate, and comply with all necessary controls and related information security policies, procedures, practices, training, reporting, personal due diligence and vigilance, within departmental/unit activities and operations.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 
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 Have a tertiary level qualification from an internationally recognized institution
 
 
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 Years &amp; Nature of Experience
 
 
 
 
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 Recommended to be 5 to 7 years of experience in data management governance
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 Has developed Internal data policies and processes
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 Has understanding of categories of critical data and corresponding levels of accountability and security required
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 Has articulated relationships between data handling and business value and demonstrated advisory experience
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 Strong understanding of implications of ethical laws, policies and regulations that impact data management
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 Up-to-date on industry developments and emerging issues in data
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 Technical Competencies
 
 
 
 
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 Data management
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 Policy formulation
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 Data classification &amp; governance
 
 
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 Behavioral Competencies
 
 
 
 
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 Decision Making
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 Problem Solving
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 Collaboration
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 Communication
 
 
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 About The Team
 
 
 
 Embarking on a thrilling journey with the D360 Bank Technology team places you on the frontline of a revolutionary transformation in the financial and banking sector. Embrace the opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of DevOps philosophies, spearheading essential advancements in our applications and services. We wholeheartedly embrace the power of codification, employing cutting-edge Infrastructure and Configuration as code techniques, as well as automation, immutability, CI/CD, and scalability. All these endeavors are driven by our unwavering commitment to the ultimate satisfaction and security of our esteemed customers and users. Within our continuously compliant environment, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of banking technology, paving the way for unprecedented innovation and success.
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Senior Manager - Data Governance

Jawraa

<ul><li>Experience Required</li><li>5 years in data management &amp; governance</li><li>Mandatory experience in AI projects</li><li>Familiarity with government datasets, data classification, and secure storage</li></ul><ul><li>Regulatory &amp; Governance Knowledge (MANDATORY)</li></ul>&#10004; SDAIA Frameworks &#10004; PDPL (Personal Data Protection Law) &#10004; NDMO (National Data Management Office) Standards &#10004; DAMA (Data Management Body of Knowledge) &#10004; Data security + encryption standards &#10004; Government operational models &#10004; Cloud (OCI) + cloud security &#10004; AI components and data pipelines<ul><li>Responsibilities </li><li>Manage structured &amp; unstructured datasets.</li><li>Validate and optimize data for AI models.</li><li>Create dashboards, reports, and insights.</li><li>Ensure compliance with PDPL, SDAIA, and NDMO requirements.</li><li>Maintain metadata, lineage, and documentation.</li><li>Support MLOps and AI data workflows.</li></ul><ul><li>Technical Skills</li><li>SQL, Python, ETL Tools</li><li>Power BI / Tableau</li><li>Data quality frameworks</li><li>Cloud storage &amp; architecture (OCI mandatory)</li><li>Data security practices</li></ul><ul><li>Soft Skills</li><li>Detail-oriented</li><li>Critical thinking</li><li>Communication skills Certifications</li><li>CNCF (preferred)</li><li>DAMA DMBOK (big advantage)</li><li>Azure/AWS/OCI Data certifications</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, Contract Contract length: 12 monthsPay: Up to &#65020;11,050.00 per month

Data Management Analyst

Alhokair Group

4. Big ID Expert - Data Protection ConsultantCompany: Industry  Diversified Group Job Location  Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Career Level  Senior (Team Leader/Staff Supervisor) Date Posted  28-10-2025 Ref. Number  165780 Years of Experience: 5 - 16  Big ID Expert - Data Protection ConsultantJob Description and Requirements: Big ID Expert - Data Protection Consultant for our Banking domain Client in Riyadh. : Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. 5+ years of experience working with the BigID platform or in a similar role. Demonstrable expertise in the Saudi Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Implementing Regulations. Proven experience working with data governance, privacy, and cybersecurity frameworks specific to the Saudi financial sector (e.g., SAMA's Cyber Security Framework, IT Governance Framework). Strong understanding of privacy principles such as data minimization, purpose limitation, and accountability. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. High level of integrity and professional ethics, with the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Kindly send CVs to : Industry  Diversified Group Job Location  Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Career Level  Senior (Team Leader/Staff Supervisor) Date Posted  28-10-2025 Ref. Number  165780 Years of Experience: 5 - 16

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