Data Governance Analyst (Full-time Hybrid, Morrisville, NC)

The Data Governance Analyst supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Alliance Health’s enterprise data governance framework.  This role partners with business and technology stakeholders to promote effective data management, strengthen data quality, support metadata and stewardship practices, and help ensure data integrity, security, and regulatory compliance.  By fostering a culture of data ownership and accountability, the role helps ensure trusted data is available to support operational effectiveness, informed decision-making, regulatory reporting, and improved outcomes for members and communities.

Data Governance Policy Implementation

• →Collaborate with Data Governance Manager to develop and implement enterprise data governance policies and standards
• →Monitor organizational compliance with data policies and regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA)
• →Support the implementation and maintenance of the enterprise data classification framework
• →Define and help enforce data access policies in partnership with Compliance, Privacy and Information Security teams
• →Promote awareness and understanding of data governance principles, policies, and best practices across business and technology teams
• →Support the implementation and adoption of data governance processes, including data quality, metadata management, business glossary, and data stewardship programs
• →Develop training materials, communications, and awareness campaigns to drive adoption of data governance practices 

Data Quality Management

• →Assist in monitoring data quality and identifying opportunities to improve data accuracy, completeness, consistency, and reliability
• →Execute data quality assessments and contribute to remediation strategies
• →Collaborate with data stewards to establish data quality metrics and monitoring processes
• →Manage the formal process for source data issue resolution, from intake to root cause analysis
• →Monitor data quality metrics and report findings to the Data Governance Manager
• →Advocate for the importance of high-quality, trusted data and the business value of effective data governance

Metadata and Lineage Management

• →Maintain enterprise data catalog (OpenMetadata, Databricks Unity Catalog, etc.) and ensure accurate metadata documentation 
• →Track and document data lineage for critical data assets using governance tools
• →Support data stewards in the governance of master and reference data domains
• →Establish and manage key enterprise reference data sets

Stakeholder Collaboration

• →Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote a culture of data accountability and continuous improvement
• →Act as a key point of contact and provide operational support to data stewards and business users
• →Facilitate discussions with business teams to understand data-related challenges and align governance initiatives with business objectives
• →Develop dashboards to report on program health and data quality KPIs to leadership
• →Assist in developing and delivering training materials on governance tools and best practices
• →Participate in the evaluation and administration of data governance technologies

Education & Experience

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of experience with increasing responsibilities in managing and supporting information technology in a healthcare setting.

Experience should include the following:

• Data Governance and/or Data Management
• Productivity and reporting applications such as Business Intelligence and spreadsheet programs
• Business processes and their interrelationship gained through three (3) or more years of related experience
• Analyzing and resolving complex issues, both logical and interpersonal

Preferred:

Significant experience in a health care or medical setting is desirable, specifically in data reporting and information systems planning to support business goals.

Specific experience with clinical management information systems is a plus.

Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) or Data Governance Institute (DGI) certification is preferred. 

• Excellent knowledge of Data Governance and Data Quality
• Experience in developing and implementing data governance frameworks, policies, and procedures
• Strong understanding of data governance best practices, including data quality, data security, and data compliance
• Experience with data governance tools and technologies, such as data catalog, data lake, and data warehouse
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data issues and develop effective solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Experience with data visualization tools and technologies, such as MicroStrategy, Power BI, etc.
• Understanding of data privacy, security, and regulatory compliance requirements, including HIPAA and related organizational policies; familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST 800-53 or ISO 27001 preferred
• CDMP or DGI certification preferred