Data Governance Analyst

E2E Alignment Healthcare USA, LLC; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Alignment Health seeks a Data Governance Analyst to join the Data Governance team, executing governance across data quality, metadata, standards, and lifecycle management. You will work with data stewards and technology teams to ensure data assets are well-documented and compliant with Medicare Advantage operations.

The role emphasizes root cause analysis of data quality issues, development of data quality rules, and governance reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Healthcare Informatics, Business) or equivalent experience.
• Experience with data governance, data quality management, or metadata practices in an enterprise environment.
• Familiarity with HIPAA/privacy requirements and CMS regulations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data quality issues across enterprise systems and perform root cause analysis; document findings and drive resolutions.
• Assist in defining and monitoring data quality rules and thresholds; track metrics and escalate when needed.
• Maintain enterprise data glossary and metadata catalog to ensure consistent cataloging of assets.
• Track governance issues and actions through full lifecycle; produce status reports and dashboards for stakeholders.
• Validate data across integration and transformation processes; collaborate with data engineering to ensure governance standards.
• Assist with audit documentation and compliance validation related to HIPAA and CMS data obligations.

Skills

SQL querying

Data quality analysis

Metadata management

Data governance

Stakeholder communication

BI tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems

Tools

Purview

Alation

Reltio

Job description

Alignment Health is breaking the mold in conventional health care, committed to serving seniors and those who need it most: the chronically ill and frail. It takes an entire team of passionate and caring people, united in our mission to put the senior first. We have built a team of talented and experienced people who are passionate about transforming the lives of the seniors we serve. In this fast-growing company, you will find ample room for growth and innovation alongside the Alignment Health community. Working at Alignment Health provides an opportunity to do work that really matters, not only changing lives but saving them. Together.

The Data Governance Analyst is an essential operational contributor on the Data Governance team, responsible for executing and sustaining governance practices across data quality, metadata, standards, and lifecycle management. Working alongside governance operations leaders, business data stewards, and technology teams, this role provides the analytical depth and hands‑on execution that keeps governance processes running reliably and data assets well‑documented. The Analyst plays a pivotal role in identifying, investigating, and resolving data quality issues that affect the accuracy of Medicare Advantage operations — from member eligibility and claims processing to provider data and risk adjustment reporting.

JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Data Issue Analysis & Root Cause Resolution Investigate data inconsistencies, anomalies, and quality failures across enterprise systems and data pipelines, performing thorough root cause analysis to identify the source and scope of issues. Document findings, recommend corrective actions, and collaborate with technical and business teams to drive timely resolution and prevent recurrence.
2. Data Quality Lifecycle Support Support the definition, implementation, monitoring, and resolution of data quality rules and thresholds across key enterprise data domains. Track quality metrics over time, prepare summary reporting for governance stakeholders, and flag deteriorating trends that require escalation or intervention.
3. Metadata & Documentation Management Maintain the accuracy, completeness, and currency of the enterprise data glossary, metadata catalog, and lineage documentation across governed data assets. Partner with data stewards and platform teams to ensure new and modified data assets are cataloged consistently and in accordance with governance standards.
4. Governance Lifecycle Tracking & Reporting Track governance issues, decisions, and action items through their full lifecycle — from intake through resolution and adoption — using governance workflow tools and tracking systems. Produce regular status reports and dashboards that keep governance leaders and business stakeholders informed of open items, resolution progress, and trend patterns.
5. Data Integration & Validation Support Support the validation of data across integration, transformation, and enrichment processes by executing data checks, comparing source-to-target results, and identifying discrepancies that require governance review. Collaborate with data engineering teams to ensure governance validation standards are applied consistently within data pipelines.
6. Compliance & Regulatory Data Support Assist in ensuring that governed data assets meet HIPAA privacy requirements, CMS reporting standards, and Medicare Advantage‑specific data obligations by supporting audit documentation, data access reviews, and compliance validation activities. Maintain awareness of regulatory data requirements and flag governance gaps that could introduce compliance risk.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This is an individual contributor role with no direct supervisory responsibilities.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Experience Required: 3–8 years of experience in data analysis, data governance, data quality management, or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience working with both business and technical stakeholders on data‑related challenges
• Working knowledge of data quality, metadata, and documentation practices in an enterprise environment
• Preferred: Healthcare industry experience, particularly in a payer, managed care, or Medicare Advantage environment
• Exposure to data catalog, MDM, or data quality tools in a production setting
• Familiarity with CMS data requirements, HIPAA, or healthcare claims data structures
• Education Required: Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Healthcare Informatics, Business, or a related field; equivalent professional experience will be considered
• Preferred: Advanced coursework or certification in data management, data analytics, or health informatics
• Training Required: Working knowledge of SQL for data querying, validation, and analysis
• Familiarity with HIPAA data handling requirements and basic data privacy principles
• Preferred: Exposure to enterprise data catalog platforms (e.g., Microsoft Purview, Alation) or data quality tools (e.g., Acceldata, Informatica DQ)
• Introductory training in DAMA‑DMBOK data management principles or equivalent governance framework

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Technical / Role‑Specific Skills SQL & Data Querying: Proficiency in SQL for data extraction, validation, comparison, and ad hoc analysis across relational databases and data warehouses
• Data Quality Analysis & Validation: Ability to define, execute, and interpret data quality checks; experience identifying data anomalies, assessing impact, and documenting findings for governance review
• Metadata & Documentation Management: Skill in maintaining data glossary entries, cataloging data assets, and documenting lineage in a consistent and accessible format
• Data Catalog & Governance Tool Exposure: Familiarity with or willingness to develop proficiency in enterprise data catalog or MDM tools; exposure to Purview, Alation, Reltio, or equivalent platforms is a plus
• Healthcare Data Literacy: General understanding of healthcare data structures including claims, member, provider, and encounter data relevant to Medicare Advantage operations; knowledge of ICD‑10/CPT coding is beneficial
• Analytical Reporting & Communication: Ability to synthesize data findings into clear governance status reports, quality dashboards, and issue summaries for both technical and business audiences; proficiency with Excel or BI tools (Power BI, Tableau)

Essential Physical Functions

Essential Physical Functions: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
2. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Pay Range: $98,550.00 - $147,825.00 Pay range may be based on a number of factors including market location, education, responsibilities, experience, etc.

Alignment Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Alignment Health is championing a new path in senior care that empowers members to age well and live their most vibrant lives. Our mission‑focused team makes high‑quality, low‑cost care a reality for members every day. Alignment Health is breaking the mold in conventional health care, committed to serving seniors and those who need it most. We believe that great work comes from people who are inspired to be their best. We've built a team of people who want to make a difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. Come join the team that is changing health care — one person at a time.