We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our team as an Information Governance Officer (Technical). This role offers an exciting opportunity to support major digital transformation programmes across the University, working at the intersection of information governance, data protection and technology.
Based within the Information Governance Office in the Directorate of Compliance and Risk, you will play a key role in ensuring that information governance, security and records management requirements are embedded into the design and delivery of digital systems. You will work closely with IT Services, programme teams and technical specialists to help deliver secure, compliant and fitforpurpose solutions in a complex and evolving environment.
This is a Grade 7, fixedterm role for 12 months.
You will be responsible for:
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Supporting major digital programmes and projects by identifying and managing information governance risks
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Delivering Information Governance Risk Reviews (IGRRs) across systems and services
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Assessing system architectures, identity models, access controls and data flows, and recommending proportionate mitigations
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Working with IT Services, including Security Architecture and Identity and Access Management teams, to embed governance and security requirements
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Providing advice on data governance, classification, retention and lawful processing, and contributing to governance documentation and audit evidence
We welcome candidates who bring diverse perspectives, experiences, and approaches to their work.
About You
We encourage applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. You should demonstrate:
Essential Criteria :
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Experience applying information governance or data protection principles in technical, digital or systembased environments
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Experience supporting or delivering risk assessments, DPIAs or assurance activities
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Experience working with digital transformation programmes, IT systems or identity and access management services
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify information risk and propose practical, proportionate solutions
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Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical teams and diverse stakeholders
Desirable Criteria :
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Knowledge of data protection legislation
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Relevant technical or professional certifications (e.g. CompTIA, BCS, IAPP or equivalent experience)
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Experience producing structured, defensible governance or assurance documentation
We value sound judgement, curiosity and a collaborative approach as much as formal qualifications.
Our benefits include:
Generous employer pension contribution
29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, along with Christmas closure
Access to flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities
For more information, please see
https://www.manchester.ac.uk/connect/jobs/benefits-working-here/.
You can also find information on Flexible and Hybrid working here:
https://www.staffnet.manchester.ac.uk/people/current-staff/flexible-and-hybrid-working/.
We are an open place of enquiry and challenge. We embrace and celebrate difference, diversity and debate, and we pride ourselves on being a place of education, learning and community. Find out more from our Freedom of Speech Policy:
https://www.staffnet.manchester.ac.uk/news/display/?id=32905.
Enquiries about the role, shortlisting and interviews
Name: Sunit Patel
Email Address: [email protected]
General enquiries and administrative support
[email protected]
Technical and job portal support
https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
Applications close at midnight on the closing date.
Further particulars (with person specification) linked below.
