Senior Data Governance Analyst

Overview

Are you ready to be part of the extraordinary future of technical education? Do you thrive in a dynamic, innovative environment where you can make a tangible impact?

If so, we want YOU to join our team as the Senior Data Governance Analyst!

The Senior Data Governance Analyst is responsible for maintaining and operationalizing the Data Governance Framework, and for establishing and enforcing data governance policies, procedures, and standards that enables the organization to leverage data assets securely, ethically, and efficiently.

This role requires someone who is dynamic, comfortable with ambiguity and complexity, and has a deep understanding of data management practices in an Azure cloud environment.

What We Offer :

• Salary of $95,000-$120,000 / year depending on experience
• Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Ins / Company paid STD & LTD Ins
• 401K, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off
• Remote work environment

Responsibilities

• Data Governance Framework Development and ImplementationCollaborate with stakeholders to establish and refine data governance policies and procedures for Azure cloud and on-premises data platforms to ensure the security, privacy, and integrity of data assetsAssist in the development of data governance framework and oversee implementation across the organizationLead the implementation of data governance tools and technologies to support data management initiatives and enable effective decision-making
• Data Quality ManagementEstablish and enforce standards for data quality, ensure data is accurate, complete, and consistent.

Identify data quality issues, implement corrective measures, and establish mechanisms for ongoing data quality improvement

• Data Classification and CategorizationDevelop and maintain data classification schemes to categorize data according to its sensitivity, criticality, and regulatory requirementsDefine data classification policies, implementing classification tools, and ensure compliance with data protection regulations
• Metadata and Data Lifecycle ManagementOversee the creation and maintenance of metadata repositories to catalog and manage information about data assets, data definitions, lineage, and tools like Azure Data Catalog and Azure PurviewTrack data lineage to understand the flow and transformation of data with Azure servicesDefine metadata standards, establish metadata governance processes, and promote metadata awareness among stakeholders
• Data Lifecycle ManagementOversees the entire lifecycle of data from creation to archival or disposalEstablish data retention policies, define data archival and deletion procedures, and ensure legal and regulatory compliance
• Data Privacy and Security ComplianceEnsure that data governance practices comply with relevant data privacy and security regulations, such as GDPR, CCPA, or HIPAA.

Conduct risk assessments, implement data protection measures, and support compliance audits

Performance Monitoring and ReportingEstablish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of data governance initiatives.

Collect and analyze data governance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and prepare reports for stakeholders that demonstrate compliance and improvements in data management practices

• Data Governance Training and AwarenessProvide training and education programs to raise awareness about data governance principles, practices, and policies among employeesDevelop training materials, conduct workshops, and support adoption of data governance best practicesWork closely with data stewards and business units to define data ownership, access rights, and accountabilityEstablish and support data stewardship roles and responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Data Management, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent industry experience (required)
• Minimum 7+ years of relevant work experience and growth in a data discipline (required)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Data Governance or related roles (. Senior Business Analyst, Senior Data Analyst, Compliance Analyst, Data Steward) (required)
• Experience with Data Management tools such as Informatica, Collibra, Microsoft Purview
• Direct experience in Azure Data Platform Services and Technologies, Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence including Power BI
• Proficiency in Data Governance principles and best practices
• Knowledge of Data Protection regulations and compliance, including Sarbanes-Oxley, GLBA, FERPA, HIPAA, etc.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 tooling (SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams), MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) and Web applications

Skills

• Demonstrated strong analytical, written, and oral presentation skills to effectively communicate actionable insights
• Solid understanding of project delivery methodologies and demonstrated ability to deliver on dates and commitments through effective organization, planning, and prioritization.

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