Data Compliance and Systems Audit Officer

North Wales Police; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Police Pension Scheme

Paid annual leave

Flexible working

Family friendly policies

Job summary

South Wales Police is seeking a Data Compliance and Systems Audit Officer to join the Digital Services Division at the Bridgend HQ. The role focuses on maintaining data quality, auditing sensitive systems, and advising on data compliance across law enforcement colleagues.

The post is permanent and full-time, based in Bridgend, with Vetting requirements. The successful candidate will identify duplicated or misused data, report findings, and implement improvements while supporting national and

Qualifications

• Experience in reviewing information with well developed analytical skills.
• Experience in collecting and accurately recording information and effectively communicating complex information to diverse audiences.
• Experience in using a variety of information management systems and proficiency in Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

• Audit data quality across local and national police systems.
• Identify duplicates and improper access or sharing of data.
• Report findings and advise on data quality improvements.
• Provide guidance on data compliance to colleagues across teams.
• Support vetting processes and ensure compliance where required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication of complex information

Data review experience

Tools

Microsoft applications

Information management systems

Job description

Data Compliance and Systems Audit Officer

Force South Wales Police

Role Type Police Staff

Business Area Digital Services Division

Department Digital Services Division

Location HQ, Bridgend

Grade SC45

Part/Full Time Full Time

37

Type of Contract Permanent

Level of Welsh language ability required? 2

Shortlisting Date 17 September 2026

Interview Date 28 September 2026

Closing Date
10/09/2026, 15:00

Job Advert Description

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South Wales Police brings together thousands of people with the same aim – to keep South Wales safe.

We want to be the best at understanding and responding to our community’s needs. To do this we need the very best candidates from a wide range of backgrounds to apply to become part of our policing family.

We are looking for someone to #JoinUs as a Data Compliance and Systems Audit Officer in our Digital Service Division. Could you be who we are looking for?

About the team/Department you will be joining:

The Digital Services Division (DSD) serves both Gwent Police and South Wales Police improving services through the application of technology. The team is responsible for making the process of policing more efficient and effective through the use of digital technology.

About the role and your key responsibilities:

Maintaining the quality of data held on police systems is instrumental in keeping the people of Gwent and South Wales safe. This critical role will identify information held on a variety of sensitive police and partner databases that is duplicated, inaccurate and/or inappropriately accessed/shared and investigate the circumstances. You will report on findings and implement solutions whilst also providing ongoing advice and guidance to law enforcement colleagues in an effort to continuously strive for high standards of data quality and compliance.

Working as part of a dedicated joint team, the post holder will undertake a range of research/review activities to identify and correct errors in date held on local and national systems, including current and historic data. The post holder will conduct audits on national and local IT systems and associated processes providing feedback locally and nationally. Such activities may include reviewing sensitive and restricted material.

What skills and experience do we need you to bring to the role:

• Experience in reviewing information including well developed analytical skills and the ability to understand complex issues.


• Experience in collecting and accurately recording information and effectively communicating complex information to diverse audiences.


• Experience in using a variety of information management systems and proficiency in Microsoft applications.

There are numerous benefits to working for South Wales Police, from learning and development opportunities to schemes which aim to improve your lifestyle and wellbeing, as well as generous Local Government Pension Scheme / Police Pension Schemes, paid annual leave, flexible working and family friendly policies and many more,

The successful Candidate must be willing to undergo MV/SC Vetting.

Please note, if you are subject to an ongoing PSD investigation, your appointment or placement in the role may be delayed pending an outcome. Whether the role is held open will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. However, as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates are currently underrepresented within the Force, we would particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse candidates.

To support the ambition of a diverse workforce, South Wales Place is able to offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS). The GIS is available for people living with a disability or identify as ethnically diverse.

If you are an applicant who is living with a disability or from an ethnically diverse background (Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic) and would like to be considered under the GIS, you must meet the essential minimum criteria for the role as outlined in the advert and role profile. You should take time to evidence that you meet each of the essential criteria in your application form and/or personal statement and CV.

If you would like any more information about the role, please contact Sophie McMillan – [e-mail]

We embrace diversity and welcome applications from everyone.