Principal Data Governance Analyst - Remote Eligible

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE : FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Data Governance Analyst to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the integrity, security, and effective utilization of our data assets. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of data governance principles and practices, combined with strong analytical and leadership skills

What You'll Do

• Develop data governance policies and standards to ensure data consistency, and accessibility across the organization.
• Provide technology stakeholders advice as it relates to the data governance framework and standards to ensure their ongoing compliance with data governance policies and standards.
• Establish and maintain data governance frameworks, including data stewardship.
• Provide guidance and support to data stewards, data owners, and other stakeholders in implementing data governance practices.
• Work with Data Stewards to identify and document data assets needing specific security considerations and provide oversight.
• Develop and deliver training programs to promote data governance awareness and best practices across the organization.
• Monitor and report on data governance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and drive continuous improvement.
• Conduct data governance impact assessments to identify potential risks associated with data collection, processing, and sharing.
• Provide guidance and oversight for documenting and maintaining critical data domain inventory, business metadata
• Lead data governance initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to establish and maintain data standards and best practices.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

Pay Range : $112,400.00 - $149,800.00 AnnuallyThis hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).

First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment : handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.

What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO / paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.