Data Governance Analyst

At VyStar, we offer competitive pay, an excellent benefit package that includes a 401(k) Plan, an extensive paid technical and on-the-job training program, and tuition reimbursement--available to all full and part time employees.  Part time positions start at a minimum of 30 hours per week.

We encourage you to become a part of VyStar Credit Union's family of employees.

Data Governance Analyst

ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT
As a Data Governance Analyst I, you will support the execution of VyStar’s enterprise data governance program through foundational governance activities related to metadata management, data quality, data privacy, and lifecycle management. This role operates within the 2nd Line of Defense and supports Enterprise Risk Management by assisting with data classification, application onboarding activities such as Microsoft Purview, and coordination across Data Owners, Data Stewards, Risk, Privacy, and key I.T. stakeholders. The analyst contributes to the operationalization of governance standards, procedures, and controls, supports onboarding of new data sources into the enterprise data ecosystem, and helps maintain core governance assets including the enterprise data catalog, data asset inventory, business glossary, and related documentation.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support execution of enterprise data governance initiatives related to metadata, data quality, privacy, and lifecycle management.
• Assist in maintaining data governance documentation, standards, procedures, training materials, and reference guides.
• Support Risk and Privacy teams with data classification, governance activities, and application onboarding processes such as Microsoft Purview.
• Assist with data catalog and metadata population, including business glossary content and data element documentation.
• Support Data Owners and Data Stewards in maintaining metadata standards and consistent governance practices.
• Support training coordination for Data Owners and Data Stewards
• Help monitor data quality metrics, perform basic data analysis and extraction activities, and escalate identified issues as appropriate.
• Support Data Governance Council and working group meetings through preparation of materials, notes, action tracking, and follow-up coordination.
• Assist with onboarding stakeholders to governance processes and support training coordination for Data Owners and Data Stewards.
• Collect and compile data governance metrics and KPIs, support issue tracking and remediation documentation, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in enterprise initiatives such as data inventory and cataloging, records retention, data lifecycle activities, and data quality improvement efforts.
• Assist in developing communications and governance awareness materials
• Participate in enterprise initiatives such as:
• Data inventory and cataloging
• Records retention and data lifecycle activities
• All employees and business units, as first line of defense, are expected to proactively help identify, assess, manage, and report risks within their domain of work. To enhance a healthy risk culture and support our growth for good pillar, employees will maintain vigilance in safeguarding our operations while ensuring compliance with regulatory mandates. The Risk team serves as the second line of defense by providing risk oversight and credible challenge whereas the Audit team serves as the third line of defense by providing risk assurance.

Incumbent is expected to demonstrate each of the following VyStar Excellence behaviors in performing the duties and responsibilities of their job:

• Focus - Focus your full attention by carefully listening to and observing client or member.
• Connect - Consistently be friendly and approachable.  Demonstrate your care.
• Understand - Listen empathetically and ask questions (70%/30% rule).
• Counsel - Recommend solutions based on your members’ needs and objectives.
• Advance - Ensure that members’ expectations were exceeded.
• Verify necessary follow-up actions.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree required or High School diploma with relevant experience.

EXPERIENCE

• 2–4 years of experience in a data, reporting, or governance-related discipline
• Exposure to data governance, data quality, or data management concepts
• Basic SQL or data analysis experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Foundational understanding of data governance principles and concepts
• Familiarity with data structures, data definitions, and reporting environments
• Ability to follow established processes and apply standards consistently
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with business and technology stakeholders
• Basic to intermediate proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with metadata and data governance tools such as Microsoft Purview is a plus

Disclaimers and Work Environment

Nothing in this position description is an implied contract for employment.  The position description is intended to be an accurate account of the essential functions.  The functions are not all encompassing and are subject to change at any time by management. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. As required or requested, may exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move object.

VyStar Credit Union is not seeking outside assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or search firms for employment or contractor opportunities. Any resumes submitted by an outside vendor to any employee at VyStar via e-mail, internet, or directly to hiring managers without a valid written search agreement with the Talent Acquisition / HR department will be deemed the sole property of VyStar Credit Union.

No placement fee will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result of the referral, or through other means.

Thank you for your inquiry regarding our current job opening.  Your resume will be carefully reviewed against the position requirements. Should your experience and skills match, you will be contacted by one of our Human Resources department staff members.

Thank you again for your interest in this position!

VyStar Credit Union Human Resources