Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

Data Governance Specialist

Data ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBogotá, Bogota, ColombiaCOP7M - COP10M /mo

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in data governance, data management, or similar roles.
Experience managing critical business data and backup systems in enterprise environments.
Knowledge of data backup and archiving processes.
ITIL 4 Foundation certification.
Advanced English proficiency; additional languages are a plus.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Define and implement data governance policies and standards.
Identify critical data sources and establish data retention requirements.
Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across systems.
Support backup, archiving, and data storage strategies.
Collaborate with IT teams on network segmentation and data protection initiatives.
Maintain documentation and data inventory records.
Assist in creating standard operating procedures related to data management.
Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
Support continuous improvement of data governance processes.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with Microsoft Azure File Share and Blob Storage.
Experience with Veeam Backup & Replication and/or GoodSync.
Understanding of network segmentation and firewall concepts.

Job Description

The Data Governance Specialist is responsible for ensuring the quality, security, and proper management of critical business data across the organization. This role collaborates with business and IT teams to define data governance policies, ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements, and support data protection strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

Define and implement data governance policies and standards
Identify critical data sources and establish data retention requirements
Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across systems
Support backup, archiving, and data storage strategies
Collaborate with IT teams on network segmentation and data protection initiatives
Maintain documentation and data inventory records
Assist in the creation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to data management
Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations
Support continuous improvement of data governance processes

Qualifications

achelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in data governance, data management, or similar roles
Experience managing critical business data and backup systems in enterprise environments
Knowledge of data backup and archiving processes
Experience with Microsoft Azure (File Share, Blob Storage) (preferred)
Experience with Veeam Backup & Replication and/or GoodSync (preferred)
Understanding of network segmentation and firewall concepts (preferred)
ITIL 4 Foundation certification
Advanced English proficiency (additional languages are a plus)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

Salary: To be agreed

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Work Modality: Hybrid work model

Contract Type: Indefinite-term contract

Compensation: 7000000 to 10000000 (COP) (MONTHLY)

About the Company

Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

SGS provides testing, inspection, and certification services to help clients meet regulations, ensure quality and safety, and gain market access. It runs laboratory testing, on-site inspections, and certification against standards, often with training and consulting, across a wide range of industries. The services rely on a global network of laboratories and offices that deliver localized solutions with global expertise. What sets SGS apart is its large global footprint and its emphasis on quality, integrity, risk mitigation, and sustainability, enabling it to serve a diverse set of customers from small businesses to multinationals. The company's goal is to help customers comply with regulations, improve product quality and safety, reduce risk, and boost productivity across markets.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland
Founded: 1878

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