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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$72K - $108K *

Lead key documentation for mission-critical systems, ensuring timely release and management oversight. Collaborate effectively within teams and maintain high accuracy in a fast-paced environment, enha...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $94K *

Help shape data governance by developing frameworks and policies that enhance data quality and compliance. Collaborate across departments to promote responsible data use and drive informed decision-ma...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion IT risk governance by conducting assessments, managing risks, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance security measures and communicate insights effectively, driving organi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform data governance by implementing best practices, enhancing data quality, and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive initiatives that improve data management and security while building s...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by driving data governance initiatives, enhancing data quality, and fostering collaboration across teams. Leverage your expertise to improve data management practices and support stra...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion data excellence by leading master data management and governance initiatives. Drive operational continuity, enhance data quality, and implement automation across enterprise platforms while fo...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $115K *

Transform your career by coordinating vital information governance processes, ensuring compliance and best practices while collaborating with attorneys and clients to manage data effectively and ethic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$91K - $150K *

Advance data governance initiatives by developing standards, metrics, and training programs. Oversee the Collibra software, ensuring compliance and enhancing data quality across the enterprise while c...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $150K *

Drive data governance excellence by developing policies, overseeing initiatives, and collaborating with teams to enhance data quality and stewardship. Lead the implementation of governance software an...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $150K *

Elevate data governance practices by developing standards, metrics, and training programs. Collaborate with business units to implement initiatives and oversee the Collibra software, ensuring complian...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $150K *

Transform data governance practices by developing standards, metrics, and training programs. Collaborate with business units to enhance data quality and stewardship, while managing the Collibra softwa...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $150K *

Develop and oversee data governance initiatives, ensuring compliance with policies and standards. Collaborate with business units to enhance data quality and stewardship, while managing the Collibra s...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $150K *

Elevate data governance by developing policies, metrics, and training programs. Collaborate with business units to implement initiatives and oversee the Collibra software, ensuring adherence to standa...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $150K *

Lead the charge in data governance initiatives, ensuring compliance with policies and standards while collaborating with business units to enhance data quality and stewardship across the enterprise...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $150K *

Drive data governance initiatives by developing standards, metrics, and training programs. Collaborate with business units to enhance data quality and stewardship, ensuring compliance with governance...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee data governance initiatives, ensuring compliance with policies and standards. Collaborate with business units to enhance data quality and stewardship while managing...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $150K *

Join us to lead data governance initiatives, ensuring compliance with policies and standards. Collaborate with business units to develop metrics, enhance data quality, and manage the Collibra software...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $150K *

Join our team to lead data governance initiatives, ensuring compliance with policies and standards. Collaborate with business units to develop metrics, enhance data quality, and manage governance soft...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $85K *

Elevate your career by engaging in risk assessments and compliance initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance governance processes and ensure regulatory adherence while driving continuous i...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower data governance by defining business terms, managing master data, and leading data stewardship across operating companies. Drive adoption of reusable data products and ensure data quality whil...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $150K *

Shape the future of data governance by developing policies, ensuring compliance, and driving best practices. Collaborate across teams to enhance data integrity and security, aligning strategies with b...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Innovate at the forefront of data governance and engineering, partnering with Federal clients to drive technical success, shape product evolution, and build strategic solutions that enhance compliance...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Shape the future of AI governance by architecting compliance solutions that integrate seamlessly with data workflows and ML systems, ensuring legal and ethical standards are met across all layers of t...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $107K *

Drive the development of governance, risk, and compliance initiatives across the organization. Engage in monitoring regulations, assessing risks, and applying strong governance principles to enhance i...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of data governance practices by enhancing data quality, standardization, and stewardship across key business functions while building a comprehensive governance framework for susta...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.