Senior Assistant Data Manager / Data Manager

SLA Singapore Land Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SLA Singapore Land Authority seeks a data governance professional to drive enterprise-wide policies, frameworks and practices that protect and maximize data as a strategic asset. You will collaborate with business and IT teams to implement lifecycle controls, ownership, and security measures.

Key responsibilities include developing workplans, translating governance requirements into practical controls, and coordinating incident management.

Qualifications

• Degree in data or information management, information systems, computer science, information technology, or related discipline.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in data governance, data management, data protection or related areas.
• Good understanding of data governance principles, including data stewardship, data quality, classification, sharing and access controls.
• Knowledge of public-sector data governance and security requirements is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to balance operational, data value, security and compliance considerations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement SLA’s data governance workplan and initiatives across business and technical teams.
• Develop, implement and monitor policies, standards and processes covering data lifecycle, including data ownership, stewardship, classification, quality, access, sharing, retention, protection and disposal.
• Translate data management and security requirements into practical organisational controls and operating practices.
• Collaborate with business units, data owners, IT, cybersecurity, legal and audit to embed data governance into ICT systems, projects and processes.
• Coordinate data incident management, including response, reporting, remediation and follow-up actions.
• Develop capability-building and outreach programmes to strengthen data literacy and security awareness across SLA.
• Provide guidance on data governance, data management and responsible data use.

Education

Degree in Data or Information Management

Job description

What the role is

Drive the development and implementation of enterprise-wide data governance policies, frameworks and practices to ensure that data is managed securely and effectively as a strategic organisational asset.

What you will be working on

Develop and implement SLA’s data governance workplan and initiatives, working across business and technical teams. Develop, implement and monitor policies, standards and processes covering the data lifecycle, including data ownership and stewardship, classification, quality, access, sharing, retention, protection and disposal. Translate Whole-of-Government data management and security requirements into practical organisational controls and operating practices. Work with business units, data owners, IT, cybersecurity, legal and audit teams to embed data governance requirements into ICT systems, projects and business processes. Coordinate the management of data incidents, including response, reporting, remediation and follow-up actions to prevent recurrence. Develop and implement capability-building, engagement and outreach programmes to strengthen data literacy, stewardship and security awareness across SLA. Provide advice and guidance to business units and project teams on data governance, data management and responsible data use.

What we are looking for

Degree in Data or Information Management, Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline. At least 2 years of relevant experience in data governance, data management, data protection, data security or related areas, preferably with experience driving cross-functional initiatives. Good understanding of data governance principles and practices, including data stewardship, data quality, classification, sharing, access controls and lifecycle management. Knowledge of public-sector data governance and security requirements, or experience working in a regulated environment, would be an advantage. Knowledge of personal data protection requirements and responsible data use. Understanding of how data policies and controls relate to ICT systems, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, analytics and AI initiatives. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance operational needs, data value, security and compliance considerations. Strong stakeholder-management and communication skills, including the ability to explain complex requirements clearly and influence stakeholders at different levels. Resourceful, self-motivated and able to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.

http://jobs.careers.gov.sg The Singapore Public Service plays a key role in the economic growth, progress and stability of Singapore by formulating and implementing government policies, as well as providing key public services. Whether you are a fresh graduate joining the workforce or an experienced professional, the Singapore Public Service offers a great variety of job opportunities for you. The work in the Public Service can be broadly categorised into the following sectors: Economic, Social, Security & External Relations, and Administration & Corporate Development. Be part of the team that shapes the future of Singapore.