Data Roles and Responsibilities - 5.1
Summary
Data roles and responsibilities involve data owners overseeing governance, controllers determining data processing purposes, processors handling data on behalf of controllers, and custodians ensuring data accuracy, security, and compliance with legal regulations.
Notes:
Data Owners
- Senior-level individuals or entities responsible for the data's overall governance, including defining usage policies and ensuring compliance. Typically C-suite executives (e.g., Chief Data Officer, VP).
Data Controllers
- Entities or individuals that determine the purposes and means of processing personal or organizational data. Controllers are responsible for compliance with data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
Data Processors
- Third parties or internal entities that process data on behalf of the data controller, following the controller's instructions. Processors must adhere to data protection laws and ensure secure data processing practices.
Data Custodians/Stewards
- Individuals or teams responsible for maintaining data quality, accuracy, and consistency. They ensure proper data access, implement security controls, and manage compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.