Why this role stands out
This hybrid role offers significant impact by driving enterprise data governance initiatives and enhancing data quality, perfect for experienced professionals eager to leverage their SQL and documentation skills. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment, contributing to a reputable consulting group while developing your expertise in modern data platforms. Apply now to advance your career in a dynamic and flexible setting.
Quick overview
Job description
Senior Data Governance Analyst
Richmond,VA
Hybrid
Required Experience
Minimum 10 years in Data Governance, Management, Quality, or related disciplines.
Proven experience implementing enterprise governance programs and leading stakeholder workshops.
Strong SQL skills for data analysis, profiling, and validation.
Hands-on background documenting metadata, glossaries, data dictionaries, and Critical Data Elements (CDEs).
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Preferred Experience
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS S3, Glue), modern data warehouses (e.g., Snowflake), Python, and BI tools (e.g., Power BI).
Background in highly regulated enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities
Governance & Stewardship: Drive program implementation, onboard new applications, and partner with data owners to define policies and standards.
Metadata & Lineage: Capture business/technical metadata, maintain the enterprise glossary, and document end-to-end data flows.
Data Quality: Define quality rules, monitor metrics, perform reconciliation, and assist with remediation planning.
Platform Collaboration: Support cloud data pipelines, data lake layers (raw, curated, analytical), and Information Lifecycle Management (ILM).
Communication: Present governance metrics and requirements to executive and technical audiences.
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