Data Steward: Governance, Quality & Security

Momentum; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 820,000; Full time

Job summary

Momentum is seeking a Technical Data Steward to ensure the quality, integrity and security of our data assets. You will manage governance processes, implement data standards and collaborate with stakeholders to maintain accuracy and consistency.

The role encompasses data cataloging, data quality assessments, data integration and lifecycle management, plus reporting on governance metrics. Collaboration with IT, Finance and business units is essential to drive compliant data practices across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Management, or a related field.
• Certifications in Data Management or Data Governance are advantageous.
• 2-3 years’ experience in data management, data governance, or a similar role.
• Strong database design knowledge and data warehousing techniques and modelling approaches.
• Proficiency in SQL and scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash, Perl).

Responsibilities

• Analyze data entities across systems to maintain data catalog and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure compliance with Group Data Governance standards and regulations.
• Assist in developing and enforcing data governance policies and procedures.
• Monitor data usage and access to enforce governance policies.
• Conduct data quality assessments and audits; support quality standards.
• Oversee data integration and lifecycle management; collaborate with IT teams.
• Engage with business units to understand data requirements and provide support.
• Maintain documentation and generate governance and quality reports.
• Support junior team members and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

SQL

Data governance principles

Data quality management

Agile principles

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS / Information Management

Certifications in Data Management / Data Governance

Tools

PostgreSQL

MSSQL

Amazon Redshift

DB2

Oracle

DynamoDB

DataStage

AWS Glue

Data governance tools

Python

PowerShell

Bash

Perl

Job description

Momentum is seeking a Technical Data Steward to ensure the quality, integrity and security of our data assets. You will manage governance processes, implement data standards and collaborate with stakeholders to maintain accuracy and consistency.

The role encompasses data cataloging, data quality assessments, data integration and lifecycle management, plus reporting on governance metrics. Collaboration with IT, Finance and business units is essential to drive compliant data practices across the