Platform Assurance Senior Analyst

Sky UK

Platform Assurance Senior Analyst

Salary Not Specified

Sky UK, City of Westminster

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted 1 week ago, 18 Jun | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 70b64a5e52804cddbb793c56ce340ce4

Full Job Description

  • Support the Data & Platform Assurance Lead in conducting internal reviews of data and supporting systems (with a focus on Google Cloud Platform) to proactively identify areas of risk and non-compliance to internal and external standards. You will work independently or alongside your peers, reporting to the Lead.

  • Support in development and implementation of data risk mitigation strategies and controls for data role holders (e.g. data owners/stewards) and application owners to safeguard the platform.

  • Collaborate closely with business units, providing assurance advice on the design and implementation of IT controls to Sky Data managers, project and operational staff to proactively manage key data risks and ensure adherence to policies and standards.

  • Support the Data & Platform Assurance Lead to manage the relationship with internal and external auditors, interpreting business challenges, and driving agreed action plans to successful implementation. This includes ensuring all queries are addressed timely, and documented evidence provided is to an appropriate standard.

  • Partner with Data Governance and Data Management colleagues to proactively manage and mitigate data risk in the business.

  • Concisely summarise and communicate areas of risks or non-compliance upwards, supporting the provision of regular reports to leadership on the status of data assurance compliance and data risk management.

  • Perform weekly control activity and escalate any issues upwards.

  • Perform peer reviews and help drive continuous improvement of data assurance processes.

    Highly skilled in audit/assurance, with a focus on data and risk assessments, designing and testing controls, including a strong understanding of Sarbanes-Oxley act and Senior Accounting Officer regime. CISA or equivalent certification is desirable.

  • Evidence of developing and implementing effective risk mitigation strategies and controls in complex organisations, with a focus on Google Cloud Platform is highly desirable.

  • Proactive mindset to monitor and track improvements and issues so they can be fed into the team's future workstreams.

  • Ability to work to deadlines, managing and flexing your workload across several projects simultaneously and remaining calm under pressure.

  • Meticulous attention to detail in supporting the implementation of data assurance.

  • Strong problem-solving, analysis, judgement, influencing, negotiation, and communication skills, including the ability to confidently summarise and communicate complex issues in a non-technical manner.

  • Proficiency in collaborating with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders to drive improvements in data assurance.

  • Strong interest in staying informed about changes in best practice, market trends in data assurance and latest regulatory requirements.

    Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate.

    Want to unlock the power of data? Our Group Data Hub works with millions of data transformations every day to deliver value, improve customer experience and enable new product launches. From architecture to analytics and engineering to science: it's how we bring customers more of what they love.


  • The rewards

    There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky: the perks. Here's a taster:
  • Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place

  • The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate

  • A generous pension package

  • Private healthcare

  • Discounted mobile and broadband

  • A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences


  • Inclusion & how you'll work

    We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can.

    We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process.

    Your office space:

    Osterley:

    Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There's also plenty of bike shelters and showers.

    On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon.

    Livingston Watermark House:

    Our lively campus is a free shuttle bus away from Livingston North train station and the town centre. Plus there's onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles.
    We'd love to hear from you

    Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next.

    But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet.

    If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way.

    Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.