Website:
nextgenidentity.com.au
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Job Description – Data Risk & Controls SME
Company: NextGen Identity
Role: Data Risk & Controls SME
Location: Mumbai (Onsite)
Experience Required: 5+ Years
Joining: Immediate Joiners Only
About Us
NextGen Identity is a trusted partner in delivering Identity & Access Management (IAM), Cybersecurity, and Data Security solutions. We help organizations establish strong governance, mitigate data risks, and ensure compliance across enterprise data environments. We are looking for an experienced Data Risk & Controls SME to join our onsite team in Mumbai.
Position Overview
The Data Risk & Controls SME will be responsible for implementing and managing enterprise data governance and data risk control frameworks. The role focuses on identifying data risks, strengthening data control mechanisms, supporting regulatory compliance, and ensuring data quality, integrity, and accountability across business functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement enterprise Data Risk and Control frameworks.
- Assess data-related risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Define and implement data governance policies, standards, and control procedures.
- Perform data risk assessments across structured and unstructured data environments.
- Collaborate with business, security, compliance, and technology teams to strengthen data controls.
- Monitor data quality, integrity, and compliance with internal and regulatory requirements.
- Support implementation of data ownership, stewardship, and accountability models.
- Conduct control testing, risk assessments, and compliance reviews.
- Prepare governance dashboards, risk reports, and audit documentation.
- Support enterprise initiatives related to data protection, privacy, and regulatory compliance.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in Data Governance, Data Risk Management, Information Security, or Data Management.
- Strong understanding of Data Governance principles and Data Risk Management.
- Experience implementing data control frameworks and governance processes.
- Knowledge of data quality, metadata management, data lineage, and data lifecycle management.
- Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements such as GDPR, CCPA, or similar frameworks.
- Experience working with structured and unstructured data environments.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
Good to Have (Preferred Skills)
- Experience with Data Governance tools such as Microsoft Purview, Collibra, Informatica, Alation, or similar platforms.
- Knowledge of cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
- Experience with data classification, data discovery, and sensitive data protection.
- Understanding of enterprise risk management and cybersecurity principles.
- Relevant certifications in Data Governance, Data Management, Risk, or Information Security.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale Data Governance and Data Security initiatives.
- Exposure to modern data governance, risk, and compliance technologies.
- Collaborative onsite environment in Mumbai.
- Career growth in a rapidly expanding Data Security and Governance practice.
- Work with leading enterprise clients on strategic data governance and risk transformation projects.
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