Data Governance Analyst

InnovitUSA - Jackson, MS

Full-time

Jackson, MS

About the position

The Data Governance Analyst will serve as the primary compliance contact for the implementation and oversight of the agency's Microsoft Purview application, a data governance tool that helps organizations manage and govern their data across various sources. This role involves ensuring compliance with data regulations, managing data requests, and collaborating on data management projects to enhance public health data capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary compliance contact for the implementation and oversight of Microsoft Purview.
• Implement and oversee eDiscovery processes for document searches.
• Organize and index data assets for easy discovery and understanding.
• Apply labels and tags to data based on sensitivity and regulatory requirements.
• Track the origins, movements, and transformations of data throughout its lifecycle.
• Provide analytical capabilities to derive insights and enhance decision-making.
• Ensure data usage complies with regulatory standards and internal policies.
• Coordinate with departments to retrieve requested data and compile documents for disclosure.
• Communicate with requesters to clarify requests and provide updates on processing status.
• Collaborate with the Director of Data Governance to develop and revise data management policies and SOPs.
• Monitor and interpret federal and state data protection laws and regulations.
• Develop training materials and conduct sessions on data governance policies and procedures.
• Collaborate in developing and designing data management applications and systems for public health purposes.

Requirements

• Experience with Microsoft Purview or similar data governance tools.
• Knowledge of data management practices and compliance standards.
• Strong analytical skills to derive insights from data.
• Excellent communication skills for coordinating with various stakeholders.
• Ability to develop and revise policies and procedures related to data governance.

Nice-to-haves

• Working knowledge of laws, regulations, and standards governing the management of sensitive data (e.g., HIPAA, HITECH, NIST Standards).