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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$117K - $173K *

Join us to design and implement advanced cloud data solutions, optimizing data pipelines and architectures. Collaborate with teams to modernize systems and enhance real-time reporting, leveraging cutt...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Master Data Management solutions, ensuring data integrity and accuracy. Collaborate across teams to design MDM implementations, integrate data sources, and enhance data q...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$140K - $160K *

Drive the evolution of AI Risk Oversight reporting by implementing innovative, AI-enabled solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance risk management and deliver actionable insights that suppo...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Transform risk management by leading the design and execution of innovative reporting solutions. Drive impactful oversight activities and enhance decision-making through advanced analytics and AI capa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Lead the charge in transforming risk reporting through innovative AI-enabled solutions, ensuring effective oversight and communication of risk exposures across the enterprise while driving strategic i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading the evolution of AI Risk Oversight reporting. Drive impactful risk management through innovative technologies, advanced analytics, and strategic vision, ensuring effective...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $118K *

Shape the future of process improvement by collaborating with cross-functional teams to analyze, redesign, and implement efficient workflows that drive automation and enhance operational effectiveness...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Join us to shape the future of legal data processing by designing and implementing solutions on the Azure Government platform, enhancing document retrieval for attorneys and investigators across multi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform data management strategies as a Senior Engineer specializing in Informatica MDM. Drive data integration, ensure quality, and optimize performance while collaborating with cross-functional te...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$109K - $180K *

Reimagine data solutions by building and operationalizing complex data pipelines. Collaborate across teams to enhance analytics capabilities, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging AI a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $180K *

Unlock the potential of data by building and operationalizing complex data solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance analytics capabilities and support AI and business intelligence initiatives, d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $180K *

Elevate your career by building and operationalizing data solutions that drive analytics transformation. Collaborate across teams to enhance data accessibility and quality, supporting AI and business...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming data analytics by building innovative data solutions. Leverage your expertise to design, deploy, and optimize data pipelines that empower AI and business intelligence a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$63K - $106K *

Shape the future of compliance by ensuring adherence to SEC and FINRA regulations. As a key team member, you'll manage sensitive information and monitor trading activities, driving updates to policies...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $150K *

Drive compliance and security strategies in cloud environments, translating federal requirements into technical standards while leading continuous monitoring, governance, and risk management initiativ...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Take ownership of ETL development for a geospatial visualization platform, optimizing data pipelines and ensuring reliable data flow into PostgreSQL. Collaborate with analysts to refine data needs and...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$63K - $106K *

Drive compliance excellence by ensuring adherence to SEC and FINRA regulations. Collaborate with teams to manage sensitive information and enhance policies, safeguarding integrity while supporting adv...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading customer projects, ensuring seamless communication, and driving success in healthcare solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance client satisfaction and oper...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform data governance by establishing robust control environments, ensuring compliance and risk management. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data quality and drive insights for informed de...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead IT Quality and Compliance initiatives for regulated clinical systems. Collaborate with diverse teams, ensuring compliance with FDA and EU standards while driving operational efficiency and suppor...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$108K - $158K *

Shape the future of data engineering by leading innovative solutions and driving best practices across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver scalable data products while mentoring engineers...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $189K *

Transform analytics and reporting for the State Health Plan by leading a dedicated team, ensuring alignment with client needs, and enhancing decision-making through data-driven insights and effective...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $188K *

Lead the design and execution of scalable data pipelines and cloud-based architectures for a lending business. Drive analytics solutions that enhance decision-making for Mortgage and Personal Loans th...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $155K *

Transform client implementations by leading project scoping, defining solutions, and ensuring successful execution. Collaborate with teams to align business needs with technology, while managing multi...

California, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $155K *

Deliver innovative solutions by leading client implementations and project scoping. Collaborate with teams to define requirements, document solutions, and ensure successful execution while managing mu...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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.