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 *

Transform data protection by managing security controls and compliance. Collaborate with teams to safeguard client data, implement retention policies, and enhance data governance while driving continu...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $137K *

Elevate security standards by analyzing code vulnerabilities and collaborating with development teams. Leverage AI tools to enhance application security and ensure robust protection against threats in...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $118K *

Champion data modernization by designing scalable ETL processes and optimizing cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve data warehouse workflows through innovative tech...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$85K - $156K *

Transform data insights into impactful solutions while leading cross-functional teams. Own product lifecycle from discovery to delivery, driving adoption of scalable data products aligned with strateg...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $137K *

Transform your career by leveraging your development skills in application security. Collaborate with teams to enhance security posture through code reviews and innovative tooling, ensuring robust pro...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $137K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team as a Security Analyst, where you'll enhance application security through code reviews, collaboration with developers, and innovative tooling to safeguar...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in clinical data management, overseeing project execution, ensuring quality delivery, and fostering client satisfaction while managing a dynamic team and implementing innovative soluti...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $137K *

Join a team that's enhancing security by reviewing code for vulnerabilities, collaborating with developers, and utilizing advanced tools to strengthen application security across the organization...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $137K *

Analyze security vulnerabilities in code and collaborate with development teams to enhance application security. Utilize AI tools for SAST processes while conducting assessments to improve the organiz...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $135K *

Transform HR operations by leading AI solutions and governance initiatives. Drive innovation through advanced automation, ensuring compliance and ethical standards while collaborating with global team...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive the future of healthcare analytics by leveraging clinical data to enhance patient outcomes. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop innovative data solutions and reporting tools that support...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to develop data-driven solutions ensuring regulatory compliance across global supply chains, transforming complex regulations into actionable reporting processes and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $140K *

Engineer robust data pipelines and optimize data governance to deliver analytics-ready datasets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and leverage AI tools, ensuring efficie...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $100K *

Deliver robust data engineering solutions by designing and maintaining enterprise data pipelines. Collaborate with teams to integrate legacy systems and support analytics for Navy and DoD environments...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$138K - $201K *

Architect cloud-based data solutions and drive enterprise data strategy. Leverage advanced analytics and modern data architectures to enhance operational efficiency and compliance in healthcare data m...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by supporting governance, risk, and compliance initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage client assurance requests, audits, and security documentation, ensuring a...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $108K *

Unlock potential by enhancing data quality and governance, ensuring effective modeling and standards. Collaborate with teams to drive process improvements and support data-driven decision-making acros...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $108K *

Engineer data quality and modeling solutions to enhance data governance and integrity. Collaborate with teams to implement best practices, optimize reporting, and drive data-driven decision-making acr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $180K *

Join a dynamic analytics team to lead Medicare Advantage risk adjustment initiatives, transforming complex data into actionable insights, driving financial performance, and ensuring data integrity thr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the cybersecurity validation and risk management processes to ensure IT systems comply with requirements, fostering a secure environment while guiding junior team members in their operational tas...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $128K *

Advance your career by managing enterprise security solutions and processes. Play a key role in safeguarding data, overseeing compliance, and enhancing security frameworks while collaborating with cro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $109K *

Join us to execute and optimize programmatic media campaigns, leveraging your analytical skills and hands-on experience with leading platforms to drive performance and support strategic objectives in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that drives impactful data analysis and modernization efforts, leading initiatives to optimize enterprise data processes and guide junior analysts while creating a scalable foundation for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $122K *

Deliver impactful data insights and analysis to drive strategic business decisions while managing projects and processes in a hybrid role focused on innovation and operational excellence...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $230K *

Lead the charge in transforming our analytics landscape by managing data engineering teams, designing innovative data solutions, and mentoring engineers to enhance data accessibility and support AI an...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.