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:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Data Science, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.

Master’s 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).
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