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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$114K - $252K *

Drive the development of advanced data pipelines in a cloud environment to centralize and govern critical data for national security operations. Lead a team in migrating legacy systems to modern solut...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $252K *

Champion the development of an enterprise data platform critical to national security. Lead a team in architecting cloud-based data pipelines, overseeing migrations, and ensuring data governance to en...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Advance the success of change initiatives by developing tailored training, communication, and support strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions and enhance user experien...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $130K *

Analyze and enhance clinical call interactions to improve customer experiences. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, develop actionable insights, and optimize processes, ensuring oper...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Engage in critical analysis and documentation to support USAF exercises. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into actionable insights, ensuring project success through effective co...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $204K *

Lead the charge in architecting and operationalizing enterprise-scale AI systems, combining hands-on engineering with strategic advisory. Collaborate with clients to design innovative AI solutions tha...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $185K *

Manage and lead multiple client engagements in asset management consulting, ensuring compliance and audit objectives are met while supervising teams and driving project success through effective commu...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $185K *

Unlock your potential as a leader in Asset Management Consulting, overseeing audit and compliance engagements. Drive project success while mentoring teams and managing client relationships in a dynami...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $185K *

Manage and lead multiple client engagements in asset management consulting, ensuring compliance and audit objectives are met while supervising teams and driving project success through effective commu...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Champion product data excellence by leading complex PIM initiatives, implementing governance, taxonomy management, and integrations, while collaborating across teams to ensure high-quality product inf...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $135K *

Champion Retail Life Insurance initiatives by leveraging actuarial expertise to drive business transformation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, enhance systems, and supp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $145K *

Optimize enterprise reporting solutions and enhance data governance while integrating and analyzing data across clinical and operational systems to support regulatory compliance and decision-making...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $190K *

Drive impactful data solutions and analytics to enhance operational excellence and decision-making across the organization. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify trends and improve performance thr...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $245K *

Lead the charge in actuarial and risk analytics, overseeing technical peer reviews and managing client-focused projects. Leverage quantitative expertise to support decision-making for senior executive...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Inspire innovation by joining a dynamic team focused on building and supporting a modern healthcare interoperability platform. Play a crucial role in ensuring reliable application deployment and opera...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Transform the future of healthcare technology by supporting the Epic Payer Platform. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless deployment and operational excellence while enhancing system reliabilit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $90K *

Lead data-driven insights to enhance business performance, collaborating across teams to support strategic initiatives. Utilize technical skills in SQL, Python, and data visualization to drive impactf...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$141K - $169K *

Champion the development and delivery of data products, collaborating with stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable roadmaps. Drive product vision, prioritize backlogs, and ensure effe...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$147K - $176K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data products. As a Manager, you'll drive the vision and implementation of data solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance data accessibility and go...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $245K *

Unlock your potential by leading actuarial analyses and managing engagements. Guide teams, present findings to executives, and enhance delivery processes while developing analysts in a collaborative s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead cybersecurity governance and policy for a DHS program, ensuring compliance and effective implementation. Work with senior leaders to develop and communicate strategies across various environments...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of information security governance and risk management by leading strategic programs, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance cybersecurity resilience...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Drive the transformation of enterprise data ecosystems by leading architecture and modernization initiatives. Collaborate with teams to create scalable, secure data platforms across cloud environments...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$104K - $162K *

Drive security, risk, and compliance initiatives while partnering with leadership to enhance governance and streamline operations within the Corporate IT ecosystem, ensuring adherence to cyber securit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $192K *

Engineer trusted, reusable data products by transforming architectural designs and business requirements into production-grade solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.