Data Governance Analyst

Summary

Join Wiz, a rapidly growing cloud security company, as a Data Governance Analyst. You will be instrumental in developing, maintaining, and enhancing the company's data governance framework to support security, compliance, and business intelligence initiatives. This role demands a blend of technical, regulatory, and collaborative skills, with a strong understanding of data governance within a high-growth cybersecurity SaaS company. You will collaborate with various teams, ensuring data quality, privacy, and protection. Responsibilities include developing data governance policies, supporting data classification, ensuring regulatory compliance, implementing data governance tools, and monitoring data quality and compliance metrics. You will also participate in audits and champion data literacy initiatives. Success in this role requires a combination of technical expertise and strong communication and collaboration skills.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in data governance, data quality, compliance, or related fields—preferably in a tech or cybersecurity environment
• Familiarity with data privacy laws (such as GDPR, CCPA) and how they apply to cloud-based and SaaS platforms
• Understanding of cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and how data governance applies to modern infrastructure and distributed systems
• Experience with data governance and cataloging tools , such as Collibra, Alation, BigID, OneTrust, or similar platforms
• Strong analytical and organizational skills , with the ability to manage multiple data domains and ensure consistent governance enforcement
• Effective communication and collaboration skills , capable of translating technical concepts into business-friendly language for various stakeholders
• Attention to detail and a proactive mindset , with a bias toward continuous improvement and risk reduction

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data governance policies, standards, and processes to ensure consistent data quality, privacy, and protection across the organization
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams —including Security, Engineering, Product, Legal, and Security Trust—to define data ownership, steward responsibilities, and data lifecycle rules
• Support data classification and cataloging efforts using tools like data discovery platforms and metadata management solutions
• Ensure regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, etc.) by aligning internal data handling practices with relevant data protection requirements
• Help implement and manage data governance tools and maintain documentation for data lineage, dictionaries, and glossaries
• Monitor and report on data quality and compliance metrics , surfacing insights to stakeholders and recommending remediation steps
• Participate in audits and risk assessments , providing evidence and insights into data governance practices and controls
• Champion data literacy initiatives , educating teams about data policies, best practices, and responsible data use across the organization

Preferred Qualifications

A degree in Information Systems, Data Management, Cybersecurity, or a related field is preferred but not required with equivalent experience