Data Governance Analyst

Apex Systems; Merrifield (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESPP

401K match after 12 months

HSA

EAP with up to 8 counseling sessions

Discount program and other perks

Certification discounts and training

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Data Governance Analyst to support data deletion initiatives and governance programs. The role can be performed on a full remote or hybrid basis, with Vienna, VA as a potential hybrid location and the option for remote work across the U.S.

The candidate will collaborate with stakeholders to implement data deletion controls, develop test plans, and maintain metadata across Data Lake zones, leveraging Databricks, ADLS, Delta Lake, ADF, SQL, Python, and PySpark.

Qualifications

• Technical skills in Databricks, ADLS, Delta Lake, ADF, SQL and Python/PySpark.
• Experience with data governance, data deletion controls, and metadata management.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of plans for secure and permanent data deletion.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and align data deletion controls with frameworks.
• Develop and execute test plans to verify controls and reduce risk.
• Conduct dataset discovery and inventory across Data Lake zones and maintain metadata.

Skills

Databricks

ADLS

Delta Lake

Azure Data Factory

Advanced SQL

Python

PySpark

Job description

Job#: 3047108

Job Description:

Data Governance Analyst

Location: Open to Hybrid Vienna, VA or Fully Remote U.S.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Data Governance Analyst with strong communication, data analysis, and project management skills. This role supports the execution of Enterprise Data Governance Services plans for secure and permanent data deletion. The position can be performed on a full remote or hybrid basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the execution of plans for secure and permanent data deletion.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop, implement, and align data deletion controls and processes with established frameworks.
• Develop and execute test plans to confirm controls are fully implemented to reduce risks and address emerging organizational needs.
• Conduct dataset discovery and inventory across Data Lake zones and maintain metadata.

Required Qualifications

Technical Skills: Databricks, ADLS, Delta Lake, Azure Data Factory (ADF), Advanced SQL, Python and PySpark.

Work Authorization

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employer sponsorship is not available now or in the future for this position.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits Overview

• medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.
• You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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