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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$120K - $145K *

Lead the development and operation of our enterprise Data Lakehouse platform, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders and technology teams to deliver actionable data...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Drive the operational excellence of the Data Lakehouse platform, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate data needs into actionable solutions while over...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Provide analytical expertise in developing network performance products, supporting payment strategy, and delivering actionable insights that guide strategic decisions in health care, enhancing cost...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $260K *

Join us to transform complex data into scalable pipelines that drive analytics and decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build robust data architectures and ensure data integrity...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $219K *

Drive strategic security compliance initiatives by leading contract negotiations and translating regulatory requirements into actionable guidance. Collaborate across teams to enhance security practice...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$177K - $219K *

Lead strategic initiatives in security governance and compliance, bridging technology and business objectives. Drive risk-based decision-making and contract negotiations while fostering cross-function...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$177K - $219K *

Shape the future of security compliance by leading contract negotiations, analyzing regulatory requirements, and driving strategic partnerships to enhance organizational capabilities while ensuring ro...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$177K - $219K *

Join a team that's redefining security governance and compliance. Lead strategic contract negotiations, analyze regulatory requirements, and drive risk-based decisions to enhance organizational capabi...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $208K *

Drive data governance excellence by translating GDPR/UK GDPR into actionable data management strategies and collaborating across departments to ensure compliance and risk mitigation in a regulated ban...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's leading complex compliance and operational advisory engagements for health plans. As a senior expert, you'll manage client relationships, oversee analyses, and drive business develo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$139K - $181K *

Champion secure software delivery by leading enterprise DevSecOps architecture, enhancing collaboration across teams, and driving automation for scalable, resilient solutions that meet business object...

5 days ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing our complex data architecture, ensuring robust event sourcing, efficient data processing, and AI preparedness. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $91K *

Innovate data solutions by developing and managing ETL processes, ensuring reliable data flow for sales and marketing operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data quality and support cont...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $91K *

Champion the development and management of ETL processes, ensuring reliable data flow for sales and marketing operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data quality and support production e...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $91K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing sales and marketing operations through robust ETL processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure reliable data flow and support continuous improvement in...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Transform Fixed Income Trading Systems by collaborating with developers and business users. Drive data migration projects, manage documentation, and ensure timely project deliverables while enhancing...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower business success by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operations, gather requirements, and implement IT solutions that align with strategic goals. Drive improvements in orde...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $109K *

Transform data quality initiatives by analyzing complex datasets, documenting requirements, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with T-MSIS standards. Drive...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $134K *

Optimize data workflows by designing scalable pipelines and ensuring data quality. Collaborate with teams to support data-driven decisions and enhance system efficiency, while mentoring junior enginee...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$89K - $134K *

Engineer scalable data pipelines and workflows, ensuring data quality and governance. Collaborate with teams to support data-driven decisions and optimize systems for efficiency and security in handli...

Duluth, MNRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Unlock insights by analyzing customer and operational data to enhance business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop dashboards and reports that drive strategic decisions and im...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead enterprise data privacy and protection initiatives, optimizing solutions across cloud and on-premises environments. Drive automation and leverage AI technologies to enhance data security and comp...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise data privacy and protection initiatives. Drive design and implementation of solutions for data discovery, compliance, and security across cloud and on-premises p...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$235K - $317K *

Transform compliance and risk management by leading a dynamic GRC program. Drive strategy, build frameworks, and foster cross-functional partnerships to ensure robust governance and audit readiness as...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$235K - $317K *

Drive the strategy for a comprehensive GRC program, leading a team to align compliance and risk management with business goals while managing external relationships and evolving frameworks to support...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.