Data Governance Analyst - Qualified Pipeline

Data Governance Analyst - Qualified Pipeline

Location: BR / LATAM Remote Position type: Full time contract (Short Term or Long Term)

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Data Governance Consultant to guide organizations in designing and implementing robust data governance frameworks. In this role you will serve as a trusted advisor providing expertise in data governance compliance and data quality. You will collaborate with client stakeholders to ensure data assets are effectively managed secure and leveraged to meet business objectives while adhering to regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy and Framework Development

• Assess clients' current data governance maturity and recommend tailored strategies for improvement.

• Design and implement comprehensive data governance frameworks policies and processes to meet business and compliance needs.

Client Advisory and Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with clients to define data ownership stewardship and accountability structures.

• Facilitate workshops and discussions with stakeholders to align governance initiatives with business goals.

Data Quality and Compliance Management

• Define data quality standards and metrics and establish monitoring processes for clients.

• Advise on compliance with regulations such as GDPR CCPA and HIPAA ensuring risk mitigation strategies are in place.

Metadata and Cataloging

• Guide clients in implementing metadata management practices and tools to maintain a comprehensive data inventory.

• Ensure proper tagging lineage tracking and documentation of data assets.

Tool Implementation and Technology Enablement

• Recommend and deploy data governance tools (e.g. Collibra Informatica Alation) tailored to client needs.

• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate governance tools with clients' existing data architectures.

Training and Change Management

• Develop and deliver training programs to upskill client teams on data governance principles tools and practices.

• Support change management efforts to embed governance into organizational culture.

Performance Measurement and Reporting

• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of governance initiatives.

• Deliver insights and progress reports to clients highlighting achievements and opportunities for further optimization.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in data governance data management or a related consulting role.

• Proven track record of implementing data governance frameworks for organizations across industries.

Skills and Competencies:

• Deep knowledge of data governance principles frameworks (e.g. DAMA-DMBOK DCAM) and best practices.

• Expertise in compliance regulations such as GDPR CCPA HIPAA and industry-specific standards.

• Proficiency in data governance tools (e.g. Collibra Informatica Alation) and cloud platforms (e.g. AWS Azure Google Cloud).

• Strong analytical problem-solving and project management skills.

• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities with a consultative approach.

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Information Management Data Science Computer Science Business Administration or a related field. Masters degree preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications such as CDMP DAMA or Collibra Ranger.

• Experience in designing data governance programs for large enterprises.

• Hands-on experience with data analysis tools (e.g. SQL Python Tableau).