Data Governance Analyst

Ford Motor Company; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Data Governance Analyst to enhance data privacy and compliance efforts. The role involves analyzing customer needs, collaborating with teams, and ensuring data is treated as a valuable asset. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience in data management.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Family Care Days

Parental Leave

Vehicle Discounts

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in business requirement analysis, process management, or data management.
• Ability to apply data management standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Process manual requests through the Data Activation Portal.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on privacy safeguards.
• Support compliance activities such as GDPR and CCPA audits.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Customer Service

Process Improvement

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics

Job description

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Job Description

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world — together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

Do you believe data tells the real story? We do! Redefining mobility requires quality data, metrics, and analytics, as well as insightful interpreters and analysts. That’s where Global Data Insight & Analytics makes an impact. We advise leadership on business conditions, customer needs, and the competitive landscape. With our support, key decision makers can act in meaningful, positive ways. Join us and use your data expertise and analytical skills to drive evidence-based, timely decision making.

In this position...

Ford Motor Company's Global Data Insight and Analytics (GDI&A) organization is looking for a highly skilled Data Governance Analyst, focusing on Data Privacy and Use. You will be part of a global team and work with subject matter experts who have professional and technical backgrounds including data management, information technology and security, risk management, automotive, and consulting. The Data Governance Analyst role will focus on privacy, customer data, and risk management, ensuring data is efficiently utilized as an enterprise asset.

What You'll Do...

• Process manual requests received through the Data Activation Portal (DAP)
• Analyze needs of customers and identify privacy requirements for approvals
• Collaborate with stakeholders in OGC, business functions (HR, etc.), and IT (security, risk management, application development) on privacy safeguards in a global data environment
• Understand and support data security requirements of functional areas like Ford Credit, MS&S, PD, and regional KPI/Metrics initiatives
• Support compliance activities such as GDPR, CCPA audits, access reviews, etc.
• Escalate issues appropriately and work cross-functionally to develop solutions
• Serve as data governance SME, demonstrating understanding of key principles and data usage
• Partner with data stewards to ensure adherence to compliance, access management, and control policies
• Develop understanding of policies governing country/region data security and privacy laws such as GDPR, CCPA
• Provide feedback to enhance the enterprise data governance model as needed

You'll have...

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology/Computer Science, MIS, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Business Analytics, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in business requirement analysis, process management, project management, consulting, or data management
• Ability to apply data management standards and practices
• Strong collaboration, communication, and customer service skills
• Process improvement mindset
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple work streams

Even better, you may have...

• Master’s degree in data science or business administration
• Experience creating data protection controls leveraging privacy frameworks; ISACA or CISSP certifications a plus
• Knowledge of project management frameworks (including agile)
• Understanding of compliance and privacy regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA
• Experience with processes like ACR/ICR/SCRP

You may not check every box, or your experience may look different, but if you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As a global company, we offer flexible benefits, including medical coverage, family care days, parental leave, vehicle discounts, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, paid time off, and more. For details, see: New Hire Benefits.

This position ranges across salary grades SG5 - SG8. Visa sponsorship is not available, and candidates must be authorized to work in the US. Verification of employment eligibility will be required.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Onsite work of up to three days per week may be required for local candidates.