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Data Governance Analyst
Security Benefit. Contribute to the design and operate enterprise data governance programs; recommend improvements .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in data governance, metadata management, and data quality initiatives, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and effective communication across technical and non-technical stakeholders. Proficient in applying governance frameworks and managing data stewardship processes to enhance data discoverability and quality.
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Data GovernanceMetadata ManagementData Quality AnalysisDAMA-DMBOK FrameworkSQL
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Hard Skills
Data GovernanceMetadata ManagementData Quality AnalysisData ClassificationSemantic ModelingGovernance PoliciesData StewardshipData LineageData ProfilingRoot Cause Analysis
Soft Skills
Critical ThinkingCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Governance ToolingData Quality ToolsData Catalog PlatformsReporting PlatformsDashboard Platforms
Certifications & Qualifications
Data Governance CertificationMetadata Management Certification
Industry Keywords
Financial ServicesRegulated Data EnvironmentInsurance IndustryRetirement Industry
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesSQL
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Contribute to the design and operate enterprise data governance programs; recommend improvements
- Operate the data stewardship model, including maintaining stewardship charters, onboarding business domains, supporting the Data Stewardship community, and running governance rhythms
- Contribute to the Data Governance roadmap; draft and maintain governance policies, standards, and procedures; identify capability gaps and track maturity progress
- Manage day-to-day metadata, including data classification, business glossary development, and critical data element documentation
- Contribute to semantic modeling and ownership and usage standards across business domains
- Maintain governed metadata organization and presentation to drive discoverability and adoption
- Apply and monitor metadata quality and completeness standards; identify and resolve gaps
- Support Data Platform and Data Intelligence teams with data lineage, pipeline governance, and ELT-layer metadata standards
- Execute cross-functional data quality initiatives, including quality dimensions, monitoring frameworks, issue tracking and escalation, remediation coordination, and outcome reporting
- Support regulatory compliance and data privacy activities by maintaining audit evidence and compliance documentation
- Help develop and deliver governance training and communications and support adoption with business stakeholders
- Report to the AVP, Data Strategy & Enablement
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Data Analytics, Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field
- 4–6 years of experience in data governance, data management, or data quality, including participation in cross-functional governance programs
- Hands-on experience with data governance and metadata management practices, including governance tooling and workflow design
- Working knowledge of governance frameworks such as DAMA-DMBOK and DCAM, with ability to apply framework concepts operationally
- Ability to work independently, think critically, and bring ideas and solutions
- Experience in financial services or a regulated data environment required
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with technical and non-technical audiences
- Experience in data quality analysis, profiling, root cause analysis, monitoring, and remediation processes
- Preferred: Master’s degree in Information Management, Data Analytics, or related field
- Preferred: Certifications in data governance or metadata management platforms
- Preferred: Business analyst experience, including gathering and documenting business requirements, mapping processes and data flows, and translating business needs into data and governance requirements
- Preferred: Experience leading stakeholder interviews and working sessions
- Preferred: Experience with data catalog and governance platforms, data quality tools and profiling solutions, SQL and data analysis tools, and reporting and dashboard platforms
- Preferred: Insurance or retirement industry experience
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive salary and annual incentive bonuses
- 33 days of paid time off (including PTO, holidays, Volunteer Day, and days of significance)
- Paid parental leave after 90 days of service
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Profit Sharing & Savings Plan
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
- Life Insurance
- Educational assistance
- Associate assistance programs for personal and professional well-being
- Hybrid work schedule with flexibility to work remotely and on-site