Senior Manager, Third Party Data Governance in Bowie, Maryland at Inovalon, Inc.

Who We Are

Inovalon was founded in 1998 on the belief that technology, and data specifically, would empower the transformation of the entire healthcare ecosystem for the better, improving both outcomes and economics. At Inovalon, we believe that when our customers are successful in their missions, healthcare improves. Therefore, we focus on empowering them with data-driven solutions. And the momentum is building.

Together, as ONE Inovalon, we are a united force delivering solutions that address healthcares greatest needs. Through our mission-based culture of inclusion and innovation, our organization brings value not just to our customers, but to the millions of patients and members they serve.

Who You Are

As Senior Manager, Third-Party Data Governance, you will build and lead the program that governs the data Inovalon licenses from external suppliers. Sitting within the governance function of Enterprise Data Strategy, you will start as a player-coach, building the program hands-on while growing a dedicated team. Your work turns complex data rights into practical controls, keeping Inovalon compliant and audit-ready across commercial, government, joint venture, and partnership engagements.

What Youll Do

• Build, lead, and develop a team of third-party data governance professionals who support business units across the enterprise

• Set the programs vision and processes, extending the registry initiative into a centralized inventory of inbound and outbound third-party data assets, including source, sensitivity, ownership, and contractual terms

• Translate license, data use, and business associate agreements into Inovalons data rights management solution, covering permitted use, field restrictions, sublicensing, audit rights, and AI and model development use

• Partner with Legal, Privacy, and Procurement on data use terms during negotiation, track renewals, and drive access revocation and data disposition when rights expire

• Govern third-party data intake and release to clients and partners in line with contractual rights, de-identification standards, and minimum necessary requirements

• Monitor usage against licensed allowances and maintain the controls and documentation that support internal, client, and regulatory audits

• Assess acquisitions and renewals for provenance, licensing authority, and downstream obligations, flagging overlapping demand across business units to strengthen pricing and rights negotiations

• Define and report KPIs that measure the programs effectiveness and maturity

What Youll Need

• 10+ years in healthcare data, data governance, data licensing, privacy, compliance, contracting, or a related discipline, including 3+ years of people leadership

• Bachelors degree in health informatics, information systems, computer science, healthcare administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

• Proven experience building a governance or compliance program and the team behind it

• Experience operationalizing data license, data use, and business associate agreements into controls and processes

• Deep knowledge of HIPAA, de-identification standards, and healthcare data regulations

• Familiarity with claims, clinical/EHR, lab, eligibility, and real-world data

• Ability to work East Coast hours

• Picks up new contract structures, data partnerships, and regulations quickly as the programs scope grows

• Develops analysts into confident practitioners while building trust with Legal, Privacy, Procurement, and business leaders

• Shifts between hands-on program work and team leadership as priorities change, keeping outcomes in focus

• Designs practical controls that protect data rights without slowing the business

• Uses contract terms, usage data, and KPIs to spot gaps, quantify risk, and back decisions with evidence

Nice to have

• CIPP/US, CIPM, CDMP, CHPS, or similar certification

• Masters degree or JD

• Experience with OpenMetadata or Power BI

Our Shared Commitments

• Maintain compliance with Inovalons policies, procedures and mission statement;

• Adhere to all confidentiality and HIPAA requirements as outlined within Inovalons Operating Policies and Procedures in all ways and at all times with respect to any aspect of the data handled or services rendered in the undertaking of the position; and

• Fulfill those responsibilities and/or duties that may be reasonably provided by Inovalon for the purpose of achieving operational and financial success of Employer.

Work Environment

• This is primarily a computer-based role performed in a remote, hybrid, or office environment. The role requires prolonged periods of computer use and frequent communication and interaction with others, either virtually and/or in person. The role may occasionally require transporting or moving work-related equipment weighing up to 10 pounds, such as a laptop and related materials. Some travel may be required, depending on the needs of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, consistent with applicable law.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, TN, or E-3). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States as a condition of employment. (This is only applicable for US-based positions)

If you dont meet every qualification listed but are excited about our mission and the work described, we encourage you to apply. Inovalon is most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and you may be just the right person for this or other roles.

By embracing inclusion, we enhance our work environment and drive business success. Inovalon strives to provide equal opportunities to the communities where we operate and to our clients and everyone whom we serve. We endeavor to create a culture of inclusion in which our associates feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work and pursue their professional goals in an equitable setting. We understand that by fostering this type of culture, and welcoming different perspectives, we generate innovation and growth.

Inovalon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirement.

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Work Location: If the US position is listed as remote, employees who reside within a 40-mile radius of one of our office locations in Tampa, FL; Canonsburg, PA; or Bowie, MD will follow a hybrid work schedule and are expected to work in the office two days per week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays).