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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$98K - $155K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by extracting, analyzing, and visualizing complex datasets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights and enhance operational efficien...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $155K *

Unlock potential by transforming data into actionable insights, driving strategic decisions through advanced analytics and interactive reporting solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Analyze client needs and lead analytics consulting engagements to deliver tailored solutions in credit risk management. Collaborate with teams to drive insights, enhance business performance, and maxi...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$174K - $291K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise identity and access management strategies. Drive operational excellence, oversee IAM governance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security a...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $115K *

Shape the future of financial analysis by driving expense allocation and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy and compliance while leveraging advanced tools for...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $190K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing scalable data architectures using Databricks on AWS or Azure. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data integrity and optimize data flow, driving impa...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your data science expertise to build advanced analytics solutions. Collaborate with military leadership to design data pipelines and create decision-support dashboards...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive data excellence by managing Oracle database development and stewardship. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data governance, optimize performance, and support migration initiatives, ensuri...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to enhance enterprise data management and drive database modernization initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data quality, develop Oracle database solutions, and optimize perfor...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate and lead the architectural strategy for enterprise-scale data platforms. Spearhead the modernization of data solutions while ensuring best practices in engineering governance and collaboratio...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Engage in proactive security operations, compliance, and incident response. Collaborate with clinical and compliance teams to identify vulnerabilities and enhance security across all systems, ensuring...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Transform data into actionable insights, empowering operational leaders to enhance client performance and uncover strategic opportunities across diverse datasets and analytical challenges...

Irving, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Innovate data management solutions by leading MDM design and delivery. Collaborate with teams to ensure security, optimize ETL processes, and enhance data integration while troubleshooting and support...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $115K *

Drive HR data management initiatives by analyzing processes and providing actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and governance, ensuring reliable informa...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze HR data processes, lead initiatives, and enhance data quality. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement sustainable solutions and empower HR teams with practical guida...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$131K - $290K *

Unlock the potential of enterprise data through innovative architecture and governance, driving operational improvements and integration across complex IT environments while ensuring alignment with fe...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security and compliance as you manage day-to-day operations, drive SOC 2 programs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust internal controls and risk...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of enterprise data protection solutions, ensuring secure integration with applications. Collaborate with teams to optimize security practices and mentor junior engin...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate data security by designing and implementing enterprise-level protection solutions. Collaborate with teams to integrate Protegrity, mentor junior engineers, and establish best practices for sec...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $190K *

Architect scalable technology solutions within a dynamic enterprise platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business strategies into effective Salesforce integrations and data...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Drive financial planning and analysis efforts to enhance decision-making, optimize resource allocation, and support strategic growth initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver insights tha...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving financial planning and analysis to support strategic decisions. Collaborate across teams to enhance forecasting accuracy and reporting, while gaining broad exposure to fina...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $138K *

Lead the development of high-impact Power BI solutions, optimizing data pipelines and semantic models to empower investment risk analytics. Collaborate across teams, enhancing data delivery and busine...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by analyzing data and conducting audits to enhance compliance for innovative B2B and B2C platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, apply critical thinking, and gain ins...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape our privacy and data governance program by implementing robust controls, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage data risks effectively across platforms and...

2 weeks 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.