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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$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic consulting team delivering innovative data solutions. Engage in all project phases, enhance methodologies, and cultivate client relationships while shaping impactful ou...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Analyze complex data challenges by engaging in all project phases, from strategy to implementation. Collaborate with teams to enhance methodologies and drive client success while contributing to busin...

New York, NYRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your potential by leading the design and management of enterprise data architectures. Collaborate with engineering and AI teams to ensure high-quality, governed data that drives advanced analyt...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $161K *

Unlock the potential of risk management by collaborating with ERM team members to enhance casualty data processes, perform risk assessments and support strategic reporting across business units, drivi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $195K *

Transform identity governance by leading IAM practices, managing vendor partnerships, and enhancing solutions to secure and streamline identity management across regulated environments. Collaborate wi...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $95K *

Drive data excellence by overseeing ETL workflows, enhancing sales data models, and delivering impactful business intelligence solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure data integrity and support...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $101K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming data into actionable insights, enhancing eCommerce operations through advanced analytics, and driving performance improvements across fulfillment and logis...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $101K *

Unlock your potential by leveraging data analytics to drive business insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop innovative reporting solutions and enhance decision-making through advanced data...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Design and govern enterprise-wide knowledge architectures integrating AI and cloud solutions to enable scalable applications. Leverage deep architecture expertise to enhance data-driven decision-makin...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data integration by leading a skilled group of engineers. Drive successful implementations across partner campuses while fostering a culture of excellence and...

3 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Oversee complex technical initiatives and guide teams to align with business objectives while enhancing communication and governance across engineering efforts and maintaining budgetary oversight...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Help us design and develop scalable data solutions that empower analytics across the enterprise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and accessibility while utilizing modern...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team implementing data-driven solutions that transform organizations. Collaborate with clients at every level, leveraging your expertise in data strategy, analytics, an...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $130K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by analyzing threats, enriching intelligence, and translating findings into actionable insights for security teams. Collaborate across functions to enhance defenses a...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $152K *

Optimize identity and access controls to safeguard digital systems. Collaborate on IAM governance, manage privileged access, and respond to security incidents, ensuring robust identity protection acro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$128K - $156K *

Unlock potential by leading the design of innovative Data & AI solutions. Drive architecture practices, mentor teams, and shape strategic technology decisions to deliver scalable, secure, and resilien...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $156K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative Data & AI architectures that drive business value. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable, secure solutions while mentoring others and shapi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $156K *

Shape the future of Data & AI solutions by designing scalable architectures that drive business value. Lead cross-functional teams, mentor talent, and implement modern practices to enhance delivery an...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $216K *

Lead the charge in optimizing data flow across multiple clinical systems, ensuring seamless integration and compliance with data standards. Collaborate with project teams and vendors, enhancing produc...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$64K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance sanctions compliance through effective screening, reporting, and issue resolution, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and improving overall risk management...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Execute data initiatives by partnering across teams to design analytics solutions. Shape data culture through impactful dashboards and insights, enabling informed decision-making for both internal tea...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$64K - $115K *

Drive compliance excellence by enhancing sanctions controls and processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify gaps, implement solutions, and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements while...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $115K *

Champion compliance excellence by enhancing sanctions controls and processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify gaps, implement solutions, and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements whi...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $115K *

Unlock compliance excellence by enhancing sanctions controls and processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify gaps, implement solutions, and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements while...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead the design, development, and maintenance of enterprise data analytics solutions that empower business operations and strategic decision-making, enhancing data accessibility and insights through c...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.