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# Senior Data Governance and Access Officer

- **Company:** Cancer Research UK
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £40,000.0 - £45,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Cyber Security, Data Governance, Data Security, Metadata, Microsoft Office, Data Management
- **Published:** October 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://cancerresearchuk.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Careers/job/Stratford-2-Redman-Place/Senior-Data-Governance-and-Access-Officer_R034409-1

## About the Role

* Experience managing recognised data security and information governance accreditations.
 * Strong knowledge of data protection, information governance and information security principles.
 * Experience supporting analysts or researchers in health or research settings.
 * Experience assessing data quality and implementing risk mitigation measures.
 * Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
 * Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.

## Description

* Lead the maintenance and annual submission of Cancer Research UK's Data Security and Protection Toolkit accreditation.
 * Support the acquisition, transfer, storage and management of sensitive datasets.
 * Provide technical and logistical support for data access applications and research approvals.
 * Maintain governance standards, metadata records and data management processes.
 * Provide advice and support to analysts and researchers on data governance and handling best practice.
 * Develop strong relationships with NHS organisations, data suppliers and external stakeholders.