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Data Governance Analyst

Briljent
Albany, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Briljent is seeking an experienced Data Governance Analyst to support the New York State Department of Health (NYS DOH). In this role, you will translate data governance strategy into actionable processes, draft and socialize policy frameworks, and provide project management support across governance forums and working groups. This is a high-visibility consulting engagement requiring strong writing skills, deep attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Translate data governance strategy into actionable processes, standards, and controls.
  • Draft and socialize policies and procedures covering data stewardship, data quality, metadata management, access, and retention.
  • Support governance forums including councils, work groups, and committees — including agenda setting, meeting facilitation, note-taking, and decision log management.
  • Define metadata standards and support MDM/reference data processes.
  • Manage project management activities such as action item tracking, meeting organization, and stakeholder communications.
  • Produce clean, polished written deliverables with minimal rework.

Example Deliverables

  • Data Management Strategy Roadmapping and Implementation Planning
  • Data Governance Policies, Standards, and SOPs
  • Business Glossary and Metadata Management Toolkit
  • Stewardship RACI Matrix, Training Materials, and Communications

Requirements

  • 5 or more years of experience in data management, data governance, or a related discipline.
  • Exceptional writing skills with demonstrated ability to produce clear, precise documentation with minimal revisions.
  • Strong attention to detail and proven organizational skills.
  • Experience supporting governance committees, working groups, or advisory bodies.
  • Proficiency in project management activities including facilitation and stakeholder engagement.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in the healthcare sector.
  • Familiarity with Medicaid programs and/or NYS Medicaid specifically.
  • Prior consulting or state government engagement experience.

Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions: An employee must meet these physical demands to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employee is regularly required to talk or hear, sit, and utilize technology tools such as a laptop computer for extended periods of time. Specific vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Briljent is a solutions-based company. Solutions come from creative ideas; ideas come from being creative with differences. Briljent believes diversity and inclusion are critical to the success of the company. Employment at Briljent is based on merit and professional qualifications. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, marital status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, regulation or ordinance.

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