Remote Data Governance Lead

Description:

• Excella is seeking a Data Governance Lead to join their growing data community and support clients in implementing and sustaining effective enterprise data governance.
• The role requires a combination of technical knowledge of data implementations and project management skills.
• Responsibilities include coordinating with the data governance board, business stakeholders, and security and privacy teams to develop a thorough understanding of business context and objectives.
• The Data Governance Lead will advise organizations on data standards, policies, and processes to enhance data quality.
• The position involves ensuring that policies and controls are defined, communicated, and implemented for the management of critical data assets.
• The role includes building and maintaining an enterprise data catalog, data dictionary, business glossary, and data lineage while promoting adoption across the organization.
• The Data Governance Lead will identify and maintain data quality reporting to support standards and increase user confidence in data assets.
• Responsibilities also include promoting data governance awareness, liaising with cross-functional teams, monitoring and resolving data issues, and defining key performance indicators.
• The position requires preparing and presenting briefing materials and reports to inform clients on project progress and recommendations.
• The Data Governance Lead will provide or mobilize subject matter expertise on topics such as modern data architecture, data analysis, data visualization, and model development.

Requirements:

• A B.A. or B.S. degree, preferably in Computer Information Systems, Business Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in IT or a related industry.
• Proven experience in leading data governance or stewardship programs.
• Familiarity with leading vendors and tools for data cataloging, metadata management, and stewardship capabilities.
• Preferred experience with data governance products such as Collibra, Precisely, AWS Glue Data Catalog, Alation, or Informatica.
• Intermediate to advanced SQL skills are required.
• Prior consulting or client management experience is preferred.
• Strong analytical aptitude and the ability to structure complex or undefined business problems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of reporting and presenting findings to various stakeholders.
• Knowledge of change management concepts and approaches is necessary.
• Familiarity with core Agile values and principles is a plus.
• Initiative to learn new strategies and trends for continuous self-education analytically, technically, and technologically.
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is required.
• Understanding of DevOps Research and Assessment (DORA) and its capabilities is encouraged.

Benefits:

• Excella offers a flexible work/life balance with options for remote work and a home office allowance for furniture and equipment.
• Employees receive top-tier medical, dental, and vision benefits, including an employer-contributed health savings account and infertility coverage.
• The company provides 8 weeks of Parental Leave, discounted pet insurance, and a Care.com membership with 3 backup emergency child or elder care days annually.
• Starting from day one, employees are bonus eligible and receive 15 days of paid vacation, 6 federal holidays, and 4 floating holidays.
• Excella’s TechEleX program allows employees to choose from various Mac or PC devices, with hardware replacement every 3 years.
• A Workplace Allowance of up to $500 is provided to offset costs for maintaining a distributed work environment and enhancing workplace wellness.
• The company supports diversity and inclusion through employee-led affinity groups and initiatives.
• Employees are given 3 days of paid professional development each year, including travel and registration fees for classes and conferences.
• Excella promotes mindfulness and well-being through wellness events, a HeadSpace membership, and access to mental health resources.