Data Governance Analyst Jobs

Find Data Governance Analyst jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more on Ladders. These professionals help organizations manage data as a trusted business asset by setting standards, improving data quality, and supporting responsible access and use. Explore vetted opportunities at companies seeking analysts who can connect data practices with business, technology, risk, and compliance needs.

What Does a Data Governance Analyst Do?

Data Governance Analysts help establish and maintain the policies, processes, and controls that guide how data is defined, stored, accessed, and used. Depending on the organization, they may document data ownership and lineage, monitor quality, maintain metadata and business glossaries, support governance committees, and coordinate remediation when data issues arise. They often work across data, analytics, security, legal, compliance, and business teams.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly look for analytical thinking, clear communication, and experience working with data management or governance programs. Useful skills may include data quality assessment, metadata management, data cataloging, lineage documentation, policy development, and familiarity with privacy, security, or regulatory requirements. Knowledge of SQL, spreadsheets, business intelligence platforms, or data governance tools can also be valuable. Specific requirements vary by role and industry.

Data Governance Analyst Career Paths

Experience in this role can lead to opportunities in data governance management, data quality, master data management, privacy, compliance, data architecture, or broader data management leadership. Career progression often depends on the scope of governance programs you support, your industry expertise, and your ability to guide stakeholders through complex data challenges.

Explore Data Governance Analyst Opportunities

Browse Data Governance Analyst openings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare role expectations, industries, and qualifications to identify positions that align with your experience and career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Shape data governance practices within a collaborative team, ensuring data accuracy and quality. Drive the design of policies and standards that promote trust in data usage for decision-making and adv...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $160K *

Lead the charge in enhancing enterprise data governance and metadata management. Oversee the development of advanced data catalog systems, enforce standards, and drive collaboration to optimize data q...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $107K *

Transform data governance operations by driving process adoption, supporting data stewards, and enhancing governance tools. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, improve workflows, and leverage...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $122K *

Transform data governance by analyzing access requirements, optimizing controls, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data management processes while safeguarding sensitiv...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $156K *

Champion enterprise data governance and master data management to ensure data integrity and compliance. Collaborate across teams to establish standards, controls, and accountability, empowering inform...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Champion data integrity and quality during a major enterprise transformation, acting as a key liaison among stakeholders to ensure seamless data governance, mapping, and migration across HR, Finance...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $122K *

Drive data governance initiatives by enhancing access controls and ensuring compliance within enterprise structures. Collaborate with stakeholders to define data access needs and implement best practi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive enterprise data governance strategy by enhancing data quality, transparency, and accountability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement governance practices that support reliable a...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $123K *

Advance your career by enhancing Master Data Management and Data Governance practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and reliability, while supporting enterprise stan...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping our data governance strategy. You'll lead the design and implementation of policies and tools to ensure data accuracy, security, and accessibility, empowering teams to make...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in establishing a robust data governance framework. Design and implement policies and tools to ensure data accuracy, security, and accessibility, empowering teams to make informed, eth...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Help us drive data integrity by executing crucial governance policies and implementing automated classification systems. You'll collaborate on critical data tasks to protect, remediate, and manage inf...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $100K *

Manage enterprise data stewardship by ensuring data governance, hygiene, and documentation across systems. Collaborate with teams to define, maintain, and resolve data issues, supporting organizationa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$126K - $188K *

Lead the governance strategy for enterprise data, ensuring compliance, security, and effective management across platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement standards, monitor governance, an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $188K *

Lead the charge in shaping data governance strategies for a dynamic Enterprise Data Platform. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement standards that ensure compliance, security, and effective data...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Drive enterprise metadata governance and management initiatives, enhancing data discoverability, quality, and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to establish standards and support automated sol...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $216K *

Transform enterprise data architecture and governance to enhance data quality, accessibility, and interoperability. Collaborate with stakeholders to design innovative solutions that support analytics...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data governance by establishing and scaling an enterprise-wide program. Drive data quality, accessibility, and adoption across business and technology teams wh...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Champion the establishment of a robust data governance program supporting data quality and compliance. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to enhance stewardship practices and drive organizational a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's defining and driving enterprise data governance for a federal agency. Collaborate with stakeholders to establish data quality frameworks and compliance protocols, ensuring best prac...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the implementation of data governance solutions, focusing on Collibra to enhance metadata management and compliance. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective data lineage and promote best p...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$176K - $265K *

Lead the implementation of Enterprise Data Governance Strategy and Data Risk frameworks, ensuring compliance and effective policy adoption across the organization, while guiding teams through comprehe...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Shape the enterprise data governance program by establishing policies and standards that enhance data quality and compliance. Collaborate across departments to ensure effective data management and sup...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K *

Elevate data governance by managing Finance Master Data within SAP S/4HANA. Drive compliance, enhance data quality, and leverage AI and automation to transform processes, ensuring best practices and c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K *

Elevate data governance and management by ensuring compliance, enhancing quality, and driving innovation through AI and automation. Collaborate with stakeholders to modernize processes and deliver sca...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data Governance Analyst do?question toggle

    A Data Governance Analyst helps organizations define and follow practices for managing data. Responsibilities may include tracking data quality, documenting metadata and lineage, supporting policies and controls, and coordinating with teams that create or use data.

  • What skills are useful for Data Governance Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Useful skills include data quality analysis, metadata management, data cataloging, documentation, stakeholder communication, and knowledge of data privacy or compliance. Some roles also value SQL, business intelligence experience, and familiarity with governance platforms.

  • What qualifications do employers look for in Data Governance Analysts?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers may seek a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a field such as information systems, analytics, business, or a related discipline. Relevant data management experience and knowledge of governance practices can also be important.

  • What career paths can follow a Data Governance Analyst role?question toggle

    Potential paths include data governance manager, data quality specialist, master data management professional, privacy or compliance analyst, data architect, and data management leader.

  • How can I find Data Governance Analyst jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Data Governance Analyst listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more and review each employer's qualifications and responsibilities.