Data Governance Specialist in Alexandria, Virginia at Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust

Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust

Other Duties

Performs other related duties as assigned. This job description does not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Skills/Abilities

Exercises sound judgment in applying data governance principles in a regulated banking environment, escalating data risks, policy exceptions, control gaps, or regulatory concerns as appropriate while balancing business needs with data quality, privacy, security, compliance, and customer confidentiality requirements.Understands data management concepts such as metadata, data lineage, master data, reference data, data quality, data catalogs, access controls, reporting, and data lifecycle management. Familiarity with banking data domains, including customer, account, loan, deposit, transaction, regulatory reporting, risk, finance, and operational data, is strongly preferred.Takes ownership of assigned governance activities, follows through on action items, maintains accurate documentation, and supports decisions with evidence, standards, and stakeholder input.Communicates complex data governance concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences; prepares clear documentation, meeting summaries, recommendations, and status updates.Builds productive partnerships with business lines, technology teams, compliance, legal, privacy, information security, internal audit, risk management, operations, lending, deposits, finance, and analytics teams to advance shared data governance objectives across the Bank.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities; however, it may provide guidance, coordination, and support to data stewards, project teams, business stakeholders, and cross-functional working groups involved in data governance activities.

Work Environment

This job operates in an office setting, the opportunity to telework is not available. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Office environment with job duties conducted via telephone, face to face meetings, and on the computer.

Physical Demands

This position requires manual dexterity, the ability to lift files and open cabinets. This position requires bending, stooping, or standing, as necessary.

Travel

Limited local travel may be required for this position.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in information systems, data management, computer science, business administration, analytics, information security, or a related field required; equivalent combination of education, certification, and relevant experience may be considered.Three or more years of experience in data governance, data management, data quality, or information security.Experience in a financial institution or highly regulated industry is strongly preferred.Experience with banking systems, data governance frameworks, metadata management, data catalogs, data quality tools, reporting platforms, SQL, regulatory reporting, privacy requirements, or audit/examination support is beneficial.

For Applicants located in Alexandria, Virginia (VA): The anticipated salary range for this position is $85,000–$110,000 annually.

For Applicants from all other locations: The salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

The ranges listed for Viriginia represent the good-faith compensation the Company reasonably expects to pay for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, education, certifications, internal equity, and business needs. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as bonuses or incentive pay, where applicable.

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This employer is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.