Senior Data Governance Analyst

Wiz; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cloud security is seeking a Data Governance Analyst to establish and evolve their data governance framework. This role requires expertise in regulatory compliance and collaboration across various teams to ensure data quality and security. Join a rapidly growing startup making a significant impact in the cybersecurity industry.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data governance or related fields.
• Familiarity with GDPR, CCPA, and compliance regulations.
• Experience with data governance/cataloging tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data governance policies and processes.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with data privacy laws.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for data management.

Skills

Data governance

Compliance

Data quality

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Information Systems

Data Management

Cybersecurity

Tools

Collibra

Alation

BigID

OneTrust

Job description

Come join the company that is reinventing cloud security and empowering businesses to thrive in the cloud. As the fastest-growing startup ever, Wiz is on a mission to help organizations secure cloud environments that will accelerate their businesses. Trusted by security teams all over the world, we have a proven track record of success and a culture that values world-class talent.

Our Wizards from over 13 countries work together to protect the infrastructure of our hundreds of customers, including over 45% of the Fortune 100, who trust us to scan and secure over 230 billion files daily. We’re the leading player in a massive and growing market, but it’s still early enough for you to make a significant impact. At Wiz, you’ll have the freedom to think creatively, dream big, and use your full range of skills to contribute to our record growth. Come join our team and help us create secure cloud environments that allow the best companies to move faster.

SUMMARY

As a Data Governance Analyst at Wiz, you will play a critical role in building, maintaining, and evolving the company’s data governance framework to support security, compliance, and business intelligence initiatives.

To succeed in this role, you should bring a combination of technical, regulatory, and collaborative skills with a strong understanding of data governance in the context of a high-growth cybersecurity SaaS company.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop and maintain data governance policies, standards, and processes to ensure consistent data quality, privacy, and protection across the organization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams —including Security, Engineering, Product, Legal, and Security Trust—to define data ownership, steward responsibilities, and data lifecycle rules.
• Support data classification and cataloging efforts using tools like data discovery platforms and metadata management solutions.
• Ensure regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, etc.) by aligning internal data handling practices with relevant data protection requirements.
• Help implement and manage data governance tools and maintain documentation for data lineage, dictionaries, and glossaries.
• Monitor and report on data quality and compliance metrics , surfacing insights to stakeholders and recommending remediation steps.
• Participate in audits and risk assessments , providing evidence and insights into data governance practices and controls.
• Champion data literacy initiatives , educating teams about data policies, best practices, and responsible data use across the organization.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• 5+ years of experience in data governance, data quality, compliance, or related fields—preferably in a tech or cybersecurity environment.
• Familiarity with data privacy laws (such as GDPR, CCPA) and how they apply to cloud-based and SaaS platforms.
• Understanding of cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and how data governance applies to modern infrastructure and distributed systems.
• Experience with data governance and cataloging tools , such as Collibra, Alation, BigID, OneTrust, or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills , with the ability to manage multiple data domains and ensure consistent governance enforcement.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills , capable of translating technical concepts into business-friendly language for various stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and a proactive mindset , with a bias toward continuous improvement and risk reduction.
• A degree in Information Systems, Data Management, Cybersecurity, or a related field is preferred but not required with equivalent experience.

Wiz is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Wiz will process your personal data in accordance with Wiz's Privacy Policy.

About the company

Agentless cloud security and compliance for AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and Kubernetes.

Notice

Talentify 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 protected veteran status.

Talentify provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities, including disabled veterans. Request assistance at [e-mail] or 407-000-0000.

Federal law requires every new hire to complete Form I-9 and present proof of identity and U.S. work eligibility.

An Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) will score your job-related skills and responses. Bias-audit & data-use details: www.talentify.io/bias-audit-report . NYC applicants may request an alternative process or accommodation at [e-mail] or 407-000-0000.