Data Governance Analyst

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Apex Systems, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today! Job#: 2084843 Job Description: Role: Data Governance Analyst Location: Onsite in either Charlotte, NC/Chicago, IL/Denver, CO Rate: 55-59/hr Duration: Long Term W2 Contract Data Governance Analyst will be responsible for working with various enterprise level and local data management governance, data architecture, data engineering/development, and data quality teams. They will contribute to efforts to capture and manage data dictionaries/catalogue, data lineage, and all forms of business, technical and operational metadata within the Metadata Repository. Additionally, role will support data use governance activities, adherence to Enterprise Data Management policies, and data quality issue tracking and resolution activities. This role will be responsible for various governance routines and expected to setup and run meetings, communicate well both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization, govern and ensure completion of deliverables other stakeholders are assigned for enterprise adherence requirements, escalate issues to manager when needed, and help create new or improve existing data governance routines, processes, templates, etc. Job Description: Responsibilities will include: • Lead data governance guidance and support efforts for business process and control owners. • Ability to understand business processes, risks, and controls and how to use data governance practices to ensure compliance to Enterprise Data Management policies. • Provide data governance and management support of critical data use in metrics and reporting. • Understand and support application owner's adherence with global records management policy. • Work closely with data owners in the identification and documentation of business and technical metadata. • Ensure quality and integrity of metadata. • Identify data quality or policy adherence issues and escalate accordingly. • Manage data incidents through to remediation. • Creating/designing Visio diagrams and process flows Must Have Experience: • 10+ years in roles that demand critical thinking and problem solving. • 5+ years experience in roles requiring strong technical and analytical skills (not developer roles) • 5+ years experience in data governance and/or metadata management • Required Soft Skills (5+ years professional experience) • Proven experience in pro-actively managing processes, routines, and deliverables (even with deliverables -assigned to others) • Must be able to work independently on initiatives with little oversight. • Must be motivated and willing to learn and be self-driven to ramp up and learn what is needed for the role. • Must have exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills. • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are needed to gain cooperation from various stakeholders. • Strong ability to organize, prioritize, and dive into details without having to be told to. • Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint. EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or . Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.