Venable LLP

Data Governance Analyst

Venable LLP$110K — $117K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years in enterprise data management or related IT roles
  • Proven experience with Microsoft 365 administration and related SaaS platforms
  • Familiarity with data security and governance tools like Varonis
  • Strong background in data governance, compliance, and lifecycle management
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a dynamic environment
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage and enhance the enterprise data management program with IT and business teams
  • Oversee governance of Microsoft 365 and related SaaS platforms
  • Implement and manage data protection policies such as retention and classification
  • Support data retention, archival, and destruction processes
  • Assist security teams with audits and risk management efforts
  • Identify opportunities for automation in governance and compliance tasks
  • Provide senior-level support for data-related challenges and liaise with stakeholders

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with firm profit share
  • Flexible spending and healthcare savings accounts
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Wellness programs and personal advocacy resources
  • Tuition reimbursement and family leave programs
  • Detailed orientation to the firm's benefits upon hire
Full Job Description
You're looking for a change, and so are we. At Venable, we know that every new hire brings valuable experience, new perspectives, and a chance to raise the bar on our approach to how we work. That's why we're looking for a Data Governance Analyst to provide advanced technical, governance, and program support for the Firm's enterprise data management function, with a focus on cloud-based and SaaS platforms.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for...
  • Assisting with managing and maturing the Firm's enterprise data management program, partnering with IT, Security, Records, Legal, Compliance, and business teams to align data management practices with Firm policy and business needs.
  • Supporting governance and operational oversight of Microsoft 365 and related SaaS platforms, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, OneNote, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Entra, and Varonis.
  • Assisting with the implementation and administration of retention, sensitivity labeling, classification, data loss prevention, eDiscovery, legal hold, and information protection policies.
  • Supporting data retention, archival, recovery, destruction, defensible deletion, legal hold preservation, and data disposition processes across cloud and SaaS platforms.
  • Assisting Information Security with investigations, audits, access reviews, and risk remediation efforts and supporting controls that protect confidential, client, attorney, business, and regulated data.
  • Identifying opportunities to automate recurring governance, audit, reporting, access review, and compliance activities.
  • Providing senior-level support for data management, governance, access, retention, search, and compliance issues; troubleshooting data access, migration, integration, search, and permissions challenges; and serving as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders.

The successful candidate will demonstrate...
  • A minimum of four years of experience in enterprise data management, information governance, Microsoft 365 administration, data governance, compliance, records management, cybersecurity, or related IT roles.
  • Experience supporting or managing cloud and SaaS data platforms, with strong experience in Microsoft 365 services, especially Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, OneNote, Microsoft Purview, and Microsoft Entra.
  • Experience with Varonis or similar data security posture, permissions analysis, or data access governance platforms.
  • Experience with data governance, retention, classification, eDiscovery, legal hold, data lifecycle management, and compliance practices, as well as helping organizations transition from on-premises data management practices to cloud-first governance models.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail, along with strong communication skills and the ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization.
  • The ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment, with strong project, time management, and organizational skills. Experience supporting regulated or professional services environments is preferred.

Pay Range for Candidates in Baltimore, MD:

$110,000 - $117,000 per year

The range provided is the minimum and maximum salary that Venable in good faith believes at the time of this posting that it is willing to pay for the advertised position. Exact compensation will be determined based on individual candidate qualifications and location. Overtime wages earned will be paid in compliance with applicable law.

Committing your time and talent is no small matter-at Venable, we know that superior client service begins with an investment in our people. Our competitive compensation, robust benefits, and programs that support our employees' well-being, families, and futures reflect our dedication to prioritizing the whole person, not just the professional.

Venable's benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending and healthcare savings accounts, 401(k) with firm profit share, paid time off, firm paid holidays, wellness and personal advocacy programs, family planning resources and leave programs, tuition reimbursement, and more. New employees are provided a detailed orientation to the firm's benefit offerings upon hire.

Core Requirements

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience

Skills and Technical Abilities

  • A minimum of four years of experience in enterprise data management, information governance, Microsoft 365 administration, data governance, compliance, records management, cybersecurity, or related IT roles.
  • Experience supporting or managing cloud and SaaS data platforms.
  • Strong experience with Microsoft 365 services, especially Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, OneNote, Microsoft Purview, and Microsoft Entra.
  • Experience with Varonis or similar data security posture, permissions analysis, or data access governance platforms.
  • Experience with data governance, retention, classification, eDiscovery, legal hold, data lifecycle management, and compliance practices.
  • Experience supporting regulated or professional services environments preferred.
  • Experience helping organizations transition from on-premises data management practices to cloud-first governance models.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong project, time management and organizational skills.

Physical Requirements

  • Work is mainly sedentary.

About Venable LLP

Venable LLP is a law firm that provides legal services to clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, technology, and government. The firm was founded in 1900 and is headquartered in Washington, D.C. Venable LLP has offices in several other cities across the United States, as well as in London and Beijing. The firm's practice areas include corporate law, intellectual property, litigation, and regulatory affairs. Venable LLP has been recognized as one of the top law firms in the United States by several publications, including The American Lawyer and Chambers and Partners.
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