Job#: 3028381 Job Description: Apex Systems is seeking a Data Governance Analyst to join a local hybrid team in Richmond, Virginia.
Position SummaryWe are currently seeking a Data Governance Analyst who will report to the Data Curation Lead. This role will create and manage metadata, data lineage, data quality, and other data governance functions required by the organization.
Key responsibilities for the role include (but are not limited to):
Maintaining and administering the Organization's Business Glossary
Supporting the identification, implementation, and consumption of metadata and data modelling tooling
Supporting the capture and derivation of data lineage
Supporting and contributing to the creation and maintenance of data models
BackgroundWe are a fast-growing team, focused on providing expert insight into data analytics and risk, developing team members, and providing effective oversight of data analytics, data security, and technology risk. You will be challenged to excel with exciting and challenging opportunities daily. There is transparency and great support from management to allow team members to be effective, grow their careers, and meet organizational goals. Hard work and initiative are rewarded and recognized by management and colleagues alike, which promotes a culture of respect and value across the organization. You will be conducting meaningful work and making a difference in the lives of your fellow Virginians by promoting a data-sharing culture and optimizing data protection and governance capabilities.
Technical Job Responsibilities Business Glossaries/Data Catalog
o Responsible for the maintenance of a data catalog and business metadata associated with strategic data assets
o Support the build out of data taxonomy, data dictionary, and business glossaries of data assets
o Support onboarding of domain data sources to the data catalog
Metadata
o Work with business analysts and solution designers to identify critical data elements and capture the metadata relating to them
o Oversee the maintenance of metadata artifacts, reporting and escalating where appropriate, resolving issues, gaps, and inconsistencies
o Document the lineage of data from creation to output, ensuring that the information is usable and meets the business needs
o Complete metadata and data quality audits, act on findings as necessary, and report audit progress
o Respond to questions from various teams, troubleshoot issues, and update metadata as needed
- Document and maintain classification and sensitivity standards.
Other
o Use Power Platform to automate agency work.
o Utilize task tracking tools such as JIRA to keep stakeholders updated on progress
o Perform self-management tasks such as: monitoring progress, providing summaries of progress, assisting in risk identification, and monitoring mitigation responses
o Perform assigned duties to assist the Chief Data Officer. May be required to work during hours not regularly scheduled for work, as directed by the supervisor.
Required Experience 2-3 years working as a data analyst with experience collecting, organizing, and managing data, preferably with tools such as Purview or Informatica
Experience with SQL and an understanding of data and systems' infrastructures
Excellent attention to detail.
Strong work ethic and positive attitude to get things done
Strong communication and organizational skills
The selected candidate must continually meet the requirements of the Conflict-of-Interest Act, pass a fingerprint background check, and also sign and adhere to the Confidentiality Statement at the end of this document.
Desired Experience Azure and/or Data certifications; experience in a big-data environment or data security
Knowledge of data governance and security practices; and of technologies, programming and scripting languages, and data tools associated with big-data processing projects.
Strong ability to create Excel formulas and manage complex spreadsheets (experience working with Pivot tables and other analyst tools as a plus)
Previous experience with Power Platforms is preferred
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 uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
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.
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