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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$185K - $205K *

Engage in high-impact data governance leadership, ensuring customer support data is reliable, consistent, and AI-ready. Collaborate across teams to establish standards for data quality, observability...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$185K - $205K *

Shape the future of data governance by establishing trust and quality standards across analytics and AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, contextual data that drives insight...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$185K - $205K *

Reimagine data governance as a senior leader, ensuring data quality and trust across analytics and AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish standards that enhance data reliability and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$152K - $250K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Workday governance and configurations for a large-scale HR ecosystem, ensuring security and compliance while managing complex cross-module structures and advising on tech...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $124K *

Champion IAM security by enhancing access governance and risk management. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement RBAC and SoD policies, conduct assessments, and drive compliance initiatives to str...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by driving data governance and quality initiatives across the organization. Collaborate with stakeholders to define frameworks, implement best practices, and promote accountability in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $156K *

Lead the effort to enhance data governance within an enterprise data platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices, ensure data quality, and develop effective policies...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $152K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing data engineering solutions that enhance data governance and quality for financial services clients, ensuring compliance and transparency across complex da...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $200K *

Lead the charge in engineering robust data pipelines and telemetry architectures, optimizing end-to-end data flows for enterprise analytics. Drive automation, ensure data quality, and enhance performa...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $282K *

Drive transformation by leading the development of certified data products, enhancing governance, and leveraging AI to streamline Finance processes. Collaborate across teams to establish a unified dat...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $282K *

Lead the charge in transforming Finance data governance and product delivery. Drive innovation through AI and automation while managing a global team to enhance data quality and streamline processes a...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $282K *

Lead the transformation of Finance data products and governance, driving innovation through AI and automation. Oversee a global team to centralize data, enhance governance, and deliver scalable soluti...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $181K *

Join a team that's committed to safeguarding client data through robust governance and innovative solutions. Lead data security initiatives, enhance governance processes, and drive readiness for post...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $105K *

Help us enhance identity governance and cloud solutions by leading Azure initiatives, optimizing access management, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with teams to drive operational efficiency and...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $118K *

Empower Milwaukee County by leading our data governance program, ensuring data quality and compliance. Collaborate across departments to optimize data assets and drive strategic initiatives for a heal...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$141K - $231K *

Advance enterprise data governance by managing operations, developing policies, and leading teams to ensure data quality and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance governance maturity an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $231K *

Drive enterprise data governance initiatives, enhancing data quality and stewardship. Lead a team to implement policies and standards, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency while fostering co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $208K *

Optimize enterprise data governance operations, leading teams to enhance data quality, stewardship, and compliance. Drive strategic initiatives while fostering collaboration across technical and busin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $231K *

Empower a team that's driving enterprise data governance initiatives. Lead operations, develop policies, and enhance data stewardship across the organization while ensuring compliance and fostering co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $231K *

Innovate enterprise data governance operations, enhancing data stewardship, quality, and compliance. Lead teams to implement policies and drive strategic initiatives, ensuring AI-ready data understand...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$238K - $311K *

Transform data governance by leading enterprise strategies, ensuring data quality, and driving AI readiness. Collaborate across teams to establish policies, enhance metadata platforms, and foster a cu...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Transform client data strategies by collaborating in a team to design and implement innovative solutions that drive decision-making and enhance operational efficiency across diverse industries...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K - $114K *

Support sustainable water management by analyzing and managing irrigation data. Collaborate with a team to enhance decision-making processes and ensure data integrity for Alberta's agriculture sector...

Lethbridge, ABIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $185K *

Champion data governance initiatives by developing policies, managing risks, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate across teams to enhance data quality and security, driving strategic alignment with bu...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $130K *

Drive effective data governance and management practices to enhance compliance and support growth initiatives within Wealth Management, collaborating across teams to elevate data accountability and qu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.