Data Policy Writer - Banking Industry

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview :

As a Data Policy Writer in the banking industry, you will be responsible for developing, drafting, and maintaining comprehensive data governance policies, standards, and procedures to ensure the bank's data management practices comply with industry regulations, internal requirements, and best practices. This role is pivotal in supporting data security, privacy, compliance, and operational efficiency while minimizing risks associated with data handling, storage, and access.

Key Responsibilities :

• Data Policy Development :

Write, update, and maintain data policies, guidelines, and procedures tailored to meet both regulatory and organizational requirements in the banking sector (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, BCBS 239, etc.). Ensure policies are aligned with data protection, privacy, security, and compliance standards specific to the banking environment.

Research and stay up to date with relevant financial regulations and data privacy laws affecting the banking industry. Ensure policies reflect any changes to these regulations and best practices in data governance.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., IT, legal, risk management, business units) to understand the bank’s data usage, challenges, and risk areas. Provide expertise in data governance matters to ensure alignment of policies with business objectives and regulatory compliance.

Create clear and accessible documentation, including procedures and user manuals, to educate employees about data policies and governance. Conduct training sessions to ensure adherence to data policies across the bank.

Participate in the ongoing review and refinement of the bank’s data governance framework. Suggest updates or improvements based on evolving industry standards, regulatory changes, and internal feedback.

Skills & Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Computer Science, Information Management, or a related field. A Master’s degree or certifications (e.g., CIPP, CISM, CISA) in data privacy, information governance, or regulatory compliance is a plus.

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in writing policies, procedures, or guidelines related to data governance or data protection in the financial or banking industry.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.

Preferred Attributes :

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Techstra Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. The Company makes its decisions on merit, and its policy of equal opportunity prohibits discrimination in all phases of the employment process, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, promotion, selection, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. The policy of equal opportunity applies without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender,, sexual orientation, gender identification, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, military status, veteran status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, alienage or citizenship, domestic partnership status, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other protected categories under federal, state, or local law. The Company also prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon the perception that a person has, or is associated with a person who has, any of these characteristics.

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