Senior Data Governance & Management Analyst

Motiva Enterprises - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Senior Data Governance & Management Analyst at Motiva, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data assets across the organization. This position involves defining and implementing an enterprise-wide data governance strategy, developing policies, standards, and best practices to enhance data quality and compliance. The role is based in the Downtown Houston headquarters and reports directly to the Manager of Data Governance & Management within the Data Strategy & Management Team.

Responsibilities

• Aide in defining and maintaining data governance frameworks, principles, policies, and procedures
• Collaborate with data owners, data stewards, and data consumers to establish data governance roles and responsibilities
• Conduct data compliance assessments and audits, and implement data governance improvement plans
• Monitor and report on data governance metrics and KPIs
• Identify, report and resolve data issues and risks, and escalate them as needed
• Provide guidance and support for data governance initiatives and projects
• Develop and maintain data governance documentation and training materials
• Stay updated on data governance best practices and industry standards

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, statistics, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in data analysis, data quality, or data governance roles
• Strong proficiency in SQL and data analysis tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau
• Knowledge of AI/ML technologies and the associated risks related to data
• Familiarity with data governance frameworks, methodologies, and best practices (e.g., DMBOK, ADM)
• Experience with data quality and governance tools/platforms like Informatica, Collibra, Alation, BigID, Purview, etc.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong attention to detail and a quality-oriented mindset

Nice-to-haves

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISA, CIA, DGSP, CDP, CDS, IGP) are highly desirable
• Experience leveraging APIs and scripting for integration and automation
• Able to effectively draft governance documentation and manage assigned initiatives
• Experience in Microsoft Suite products i.e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.