Sr. Data Governance Analyst Hybrid (Houston or Dallas TX)

The Data Governance Analyst supports the execution of enterprise data governance and stewardship activities across data domains. The role works with data owners subject area stewards analytics & AI teams and other stakeholders to operationalize governance tool and processes define and monitor data quality expectations resolve data issues and ensure that business data assets are consistently documented governed and ready to support reporting analytics and AI-driven use cases. 

The role emphasizes stewardship execution data quality definition and oversight governance workflows metadata quality controls and user enablement to drive consistent adoption of data governance practices across the organization. 

This position will offer some flexibility for hybrid work schedules to include both in-office presence and telecommute/virtual work to be based in either Houston or Dallas TX.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Stewardship and Governance Execution 

• Support data owners and subject area stewards in executing data governance policies standards and procedures across assigned data domains. 
• Identify document and track data issues related to data quality definitions usage lineage or compliance and coordinate resolution through established governance processes. 

Governance Workflows and Metadata Quality Controls 

• Support the design execution and continuous improvement of governance workflows for metadata creation review approval and change management. 
• Define and apply quality checkpoints to validate metadata content stewardship inputs and documentation before assets are published to the data catalog. 
• Monitor catalog content for completeness accuracy and adherence to governance standards and coordinate remediation of gaps or inconsistencies. 
• Advocate for consistent documentation and stewardship practices to ensure reliable and trusted metadata. 

Metadata and Business Glossary Management 

• Work with stakeholders to define document and maintain business terms data definitions and contextual metadata for structured and unstructured data assets. 
• Ensure alignment between business definitions reported metrics and analytical usage across domains. 
• Support effective usage of data governance and catalog tools to maintain high-quality business metadata. 

Data Quality Definition Monitoring and Issue Management 

• Work with stakeholders to define data quality rules thresholds and acceptance criteria aligned to reporting analytics and operational needs. 
• Support monitoring and review of data quality metrics and dashboards to identify trends risks and improvement opportunities. 
• Analyze data quality issues assist with root cause identification and coordinate remediation efforts with appropriate teams. 
• Track data quality issues actions and outcomes to support transparency and continuous improvement. 

Analytics and AI Readiness Support 

• Support governance practices that enable analytics and AI use cases by ensuring data is well-defined documented governed and compliant. 
• Review metadata usage and data quality trends to help improve data readiness for advanced analytics and AI-driven initiatives. 

User Enablement and Adoption 

• Create and maintain user guides job aids and reference materials for data governance processes workflows and tools. 
• Support onboarding and ongoing enablement of data stewards and users through training sessions and guidance. 

Compliance and Documentation 

• Ensure adherence to data governance policies standards and procedures. 
• Assemble and maintain records reports and documentation required to support data governance activities audits and reviews. 

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements: 

• BA/BS in Information Systems Business Data Analytics or a related field plus at least 8 years of experience in data governance data management business analysis or related roles supporting enterprise data initiatives or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Experience supporting data stewardship metadata management governance workflows data quality processes and data issue resolution. 
• Hands-on experience using data governance data quality or catalog tools such as Alation Collibra BigID or Informatica Axon. 
• Experience working across multiple data domains in complex enterprise environments. 
• Proficiency with standard office productivity tools 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in a relevant field
• Experience within a similarly large complex global organization and/or consulting firm experience

Skills: 

• Ability to define data quality expectations analyze issues and coordinate remediation across teams. 
• Experience supporting governance workflows metadata quality checkpoints and catalog content standards. 
• Strong communication facilitation and documentation skills. 

Attributes: 

• Structured and detail-oriented with a strong focus on process discipline and follow-through. 
• Collaborative and effective at working across teams and data domains. 
• Proactive and motivated to improve trust consistency and usability of enterprise data.

Additional Information :

• Sponsorship for US work authorization for this position is not available now or in the future
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time