Data Governance Specialist (39035)

Location- (Smithfield, RI) Hybrid or Remote

The Data Governance Specialist plays a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity, quality, and security of organizational data assets. This position will collaborate with various teams across the organization to establish and enforce data governance policies, standards, and procedures. Responsibilities include identifying data quality issues, implementing data governance frameworks, and driving initiatives to improve data management practices. This role requires a strong understanding of data governance principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:   

• Design, implement, and maintain data governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational standards.

• Monitor and assess data quality issues, establish data quality metrics, and develop strategies to improve data accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Classify data assets based on sensitivity and criticality, establish metadata standards, and implement metadata management processes to enhance data discoverability and usability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, legal, compliance, and business units, to define data governance requirements, resolve data-related issues, and promote a culture of data stewardship.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g., HIPAA) by implementing data access controls, encryption mechanisms, and data anonymization techniques to protect sensitive information.
• Evaluate, select, and implement data governance tools and technologies to support data governance initiatives, such as data cataloging, data lineage, and data quality monitoring.
• Generate and distribute regular reports on data governance activities, including data quality assessments, compliance audits, and remediation efforts, to senior management and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and optimization of data governance workflows to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager
• Corporate Compliance Responsibility - As an essential function, responsible for complying with Neighborhood’s Corporate Compliance Program, Standards of Business Conduct, applicable contracts, laws, rules and regulations, policies, and procedures as it applies to individual job duties, the department, and the Company. This position must exercise due diligence to prevent, detect, and report unlawful and/or unethical conduct by fellow co-workers, professional affiliates and/or agents.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, data management, or a related study, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in data governance, data management, or related fields, with a deep understanding of data governance principles, practices, and methodologies
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex data sets, identify trends, and recommend solutions to improve data quality and governance
• Proficiency in data governance tools and technologies, such as data cataloging tools, metadata management platforms, and data quality tools (e.g., Spirion, MS Purview)
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, translate technical concepts into business terms, and influence decision-making processes
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations (e.g., HIPAA) and experience implementing data privacy and security controls
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred:

• Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., healthcare) with a focus on data governance and compliance.
• Familiarity with data management best practices, data modeling techniques, and data architecture principles.

   Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.