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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$103K - $141K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing data quality through innovative processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and reliability, making a significant impact in the...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of regulatory reporting by supporting governance programs, enhancing risk management, and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $119K *

Engage in impactful clinical documentation audits to enhance quality, compliance, and education. Drive improvements in CDI processes and patient care while collaborating with healthcare teams to ensur...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Shape customer onboarding processes by reviewing applications, ensuring compliance, and making timely approval decisions. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency as onboarding volume increases, w...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data architecture by leading the design and delivery of unified customer data solutions within the Salesforce ecosystem, ensuring client success through innova...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $125K *

Unlock potential by enhancing data architecture and pipelines, ensuring data quality and accessibility. Collaborate with teams to support analytics initiatives and drive data-driven decision-making ac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $170K *

Drive the development of security governance frameworks, ensuring alignment with business strategy and compliance. Collaborate across teams to mitigate risks, enhance cybersecurity, and promote a cult...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by establishing and maintaining data frameworks that drive governance, quality, and interoperability across CI and HUMINT sectors while advising key stakeholders on modernization...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $130K *

Explore a leadership role in data engineering, driving successful implementations for partner campuses. Leverage your technical expertise and people management skills to establish robust data integrat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $156K *

Contribute to the development and execution of global HR data governance and management, leading initiatives to enhance data quality, integrity, and compliance across various platforms and stakeholder...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $140K *

Empower decision-making by executing complex due diligence and risk assessments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide actionable insights and mitigate risks associated with third parties...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$192K - $269K *

Lead the charge in shaping data foundations for AI products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to build reliable data workflows and actionable insights that enhance decision-making and product...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $148K *

Join a dynamic data governance team to champion standards and practices, ensuring consistency and clarity in data management across a multi-site enterprise. Collaborate with data stewards and leaders...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $148K *

Join a team that's enhancing data governance. Leverage your expertise to guide cross-functional teams in applying policies and standards, maintain data accuracy, and champion a strong data culture wit...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive clinical data quality as a Subject Matter Expert, ensuring effective data flows and integrity across healthcare systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize vendor strategies and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$149K - $240K *

Help us build robust data foundations by designing Postgres schemas and optimizing transactional models. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliable data systems and mentor engineers in data fluency, en...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$158K - $180K *

Shape your career by enhancing compliance and risk management practices. Engage cross-functionally to improve control frameworks and lead evidence collection while driving automation initiatives to en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $140K *

Optimize enterprise SQL Server environments by leading scalable database management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and resilience through expert-level architectures an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $152K *

Join a team that supports Federal Law Enforcement by optimizing data processes, analyzing large datasets, and creating innovative solutions. Utilize your technical skills in programming and database m...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $100K *

Lead the charge in executing complex IT compliance initiatives, assessing risks, and driving remediation efforts. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance practices and secure management ownership of...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$149K - $171K *

Manage data analytics initiatives to mitigate risks within payment networks while leading a team and leveraging cutting-edge analytics to drive strategic improvements across various business functions...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $188K *

Drive your career forward by overseeing data governance and analytics initiatives, managing risks, and leading a team to enhance data strategies and customer experience across global payment networks...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $171K *

Accelerate progress at a leading team focused on data governance. Manage data risks, develop data-driven strategies, and lead analytics efforts to enhance customer experiences while mentoring junior a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Champion data excellence across the enterprise by leading data governance, master data management, and strategy initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy, compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring data integrity and governance across the enterprise. Leverage your expertise in data management and analytics to transform information into actionable insights...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.