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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$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...

4 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

$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...

United StatesRemote

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...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   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

$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...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$119K - $161K *

Advance healthcare analytics by developing robust models and governance standards. Your role will help transform data into actionable insights, ensuring high-quality outputs for fraud detection while...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $330K *

Lead the enterprise AI Governance function, driving controls, oversight, and excellence in managing AI risk while collaborating across teams to enhance governance processes and ensure regulatory align...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $330K *

Lead the charge in responsible AI governance, ensuring robust risk management and execution across the enterprise. Drive the implementation and oversight of AI controls while partnering with key stake...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming data governance through innovative Collibra solutions. Lead platform administration, modernize workflows, and enhance usability across environments while ensuring robus...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in modernizing workflows and enhancing platform usability while overseeing Collibra administration and governance. Drive technical deliverables and support Agile management across deve...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to operational excellence by analyzing and maintaining master data to ensure accuracy, integrity, and alignment across processes, while collaborating with cross-functional teams for optimal...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $113K *

Empower transformation initiatives by collaborating with stakeholders to analyze and translate business needs into actionable requirements, ensuring solutions align with operational workflows and safe...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $100K *

Transform fraud risk management by leveraging analytics and IT tools to develop strategies that enhance detection and mitigate losses while ensuring compliance and optimizing customer experience...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Drive fraud risk strategies and tools to enhance detection and mitigate losses. Collaborate with teams to balance customer experience and operational impacts while ensuring compliance with regulations...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Join us in developing innovative fraud risk strategies to enhance detection and mitigate losses across commercial debit and credit card accounts, while ensuring compliance and optimizing customer expe...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Elevate fraud risk management by developing strategies and tools to enhance detection and mitigate losses. Collaborate with stakeholders to balance customer experience and operational impacts while en...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Drive fraud risk strategies by analyzing data and developing tools to enhance detection and mitigate losses. Collaborate with stakeholders to balance customer experience and operational impacts while...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Develop and manage fraud risk strategies for commercial accounts, focusing on IT tools to enhance detection and mitigate losses while balancing customer experience and operational impacts. Collaborate...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $138K *

Lead the charge in architecting innovative data platforms on Google Cloud, driving enterprise-level transformations and governance strategies while mentoring a talented team to enable cutting-edge ana...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.