Data Governance + Enablement Manager

Waystar; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Paid time off

Parental leave

Education assistance

LinkedIn learning

401(k)

Pet insurance

ERGs

Job summary

Waystar in the United States is seeking a Data Enablement + Governance Manager to lead our enterprise-wide data governance strategy and practices. You will ensure data is accurate, secure, and used responsibly, shaping standards, policies, and accountability models across the organization.

The ideal candidate has deep data governance experience, familiarity with HIPAA/GDPR, and a proven ability to drive enterprise initiatives, collaborate across functions, and enforce regulatory rigor in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in data governance, information management, business, or related field; master’s preferred.
• 7+ years in data analytics, data quality, or enterprise information management.
• Experience with data governance frameworks, stewardship models, and regulatory compliance (HIPAA, GDPR).
• Proficiency with governance tools such as Collibra, Informatica, or Alation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a scalable data governance strategy aligned with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Define and enforce enterprise-wide data quality standards across units.
• Create and maintain data governance artifacts: policies, data dictionaries, lineage, metadata repositories.
• Collaborate with data owners to develop access controls and lifecycle policies.
• Drive adoption of data governance platforms and tools to support workflows and automation.
• Track data governance metrics and report progress to executives.
• Stay current with regulatory changes and evolve the program to meet emerging needs.

Skills

Data governance

Data quality

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Data stewardship

KPIs & metrics

Education

Bachelor's degree in data governance/ information management/ business

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Collibra

Informatica

Alation

Job description

About This Position

Job Description Summary

We’re looking for a Data Enablement + Governance Manager to lead and mature our enterprise-wide data governance strategy and practices. In this role, you’ll be instrumental in ensuring our data is accurate, secure, and used responsibly across the organization. You’ll drive initiatives that establish and reinforce data standards, compliance protocols, and a strong culture of data stewardship. You will be responsible for developing and managing governance frameworks, partnering with cross-functional teams to define policies and accountability models, and ensuring adherence to regulatory and internal data quality requirements. Your work will directly impact our ability to make informed, data-driven decisions by maintaining the integrity, consistency, and trustworthiness of our operational and analytical data assets.

The ideal candidate has deep experience in data governance, a strong understanding of compliance frameworks (HIPAA, GDPR, etc.), and the ability to lead enterprise-wide initiatives. This role is a great fit for someone who thrives at the intersection of data strategy, collaboration, and regulatory rigor.

What You'll Do

• Lead the development and execution of a scalable data governance strategy aligned with business goals and regulatory requirements
• Define and enforce enterprise-wide data quality standards and ensure consistent implementation across business units
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of data governance artifacts including policies, data dictionaries, lineage documentation, and metadata repositories
• Collaborate with data owners, stewards, and technical teams to develop and manage data classification, access controls, and lifecycle policies
• Drive the implementation and adoption of data governance platforms and tools to support governance workflows and automation
• Facilitate data quality issue resolution through root cause analysis, remediation planning, and ongoing monitoring
• Support operational teams by providing guidance on data standards and assisting in the resolution of data quality gaps
• Track, report, and communicate data governance metrics, risks, and progress to executive stakeholders
• Stay current with regulatory changes and industry best practices, continuously evolving the governance program to meet emerging needs

What You'll Need

• You embody our values, promote data accountability, and lead with a collaborative mindset
• You have a bachelor’s degree in data governance, information management, business, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
• You bring 7+ years of experience in data analytics, data quality, or enterprise information management
• You have demonstrated experience with data governance frameworks, data stewardship models, and regulatory compliance (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR)
• You’re proficient with governance tools and technologies, such as Collibra, Informatica, Alation, or equivalent platforms
• You have experience implementing and maintaining data quality measurement frameworks and KPIs
• You excel at cross-functional collaboration, translating technical data governance practices into actionable guidance for business partners
• You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

BONUS POINTS

• You hold certifications such as CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) or DGSP (Data Governance & Stewardship Professional)
• You have hands‑on experience with data cataloging, metadata management, and data lineage mapping
• You’ve worked in highly regulated industries such as healthcare or finance

About Waystar

Through a smart platform and better experience, Waystar helps providers simplify healthcare payments and yield powerful results throughout the complete revenue cycle. Waystar’s healthcare payments platform combines innovative, cloud-based technology, robust data, and unparalleled client support to streamline workflows and improve financials so providers can focus on what matters most: their patients and communities. Waystar is trusted by 1M+ providers, 1K+ hospitals and health systems, and is connected to over 5K commercial and Medicaid/Medicare payers. We are deeply committed to living out our organizational values: honesty; kindness; passion; curiosity; fanatical focus; best work, always; making it happen; and joyful, optimistic & fun. Waystar products have won multiple Best in KLAS® or Category Leader awards since 2010 and earned multiple #1 rankings from Black Book™ surveys since 2012. The Waystar platform supports more than 500,000 providers, 1,000 health systems and hospitals, and 5,000 payers and health plans. For more information, visit waystar.com or follow @Waystar (https://twitter.com/Waystar) on Twitter.

WAYSTAR PERKS

• Competitive total rewards (base salary + bonus, if applicable)
• Customizable benefits package (3 medical plans with Health Saving Account company match)
• We offer generous paid time off for our non-exempt team members, starting with 3 weeks + 13 paid holidays, including 2 personal floating holidays. We also offer flexible time off for our exempt team members + 13 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave (including maternity + paternity leave)
• Education assistance opportunities and free LinkedIn Learning access
• Free mental health and family planning programs, including adoption assistance and fertility support
• 401(K) program with company match
• Pet insurance
• Employee resource groups

Waystar is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate, value, and support diversity and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Category: Technology/Engineering

Job Type: Full time

Req ID: R3345