Data Governance Analyst

Ford Motor Company

Data Governance Analyst protecting customer and enterprise data at Ford, an automotive mobility company. Processing privacy requests, analyzing data, and implementing secure, compliant governance safeguards.

Posted 8/6/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data governance, privacy compliance, and analytics using GCP BigQuery, Alteryx, R, and Python. Proficient in managing cross-functional stakeholder relationships and implementing data security measures in alignment with GDPR and CCPA requirements.

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GCP BigQueryAlteryxRPythonData Governance

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Hard Skills

SQLPostgreSQLMongoDBData AnalysisBusiness Requirements AnalysisProject ManagementData ManagementPrivacy ComplianceProcess ImprovementData Security

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCustomer ServiceWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Data Activation PortalData Management ToolsEnterprise Data Governance Practices

Industry Keywords

GDPRCCPAData PrivacyAccess ManagementSecurity Controls

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

BigQueryGoogle Cloud PlatformMongoDBPostgresPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process manual requests received through the Data Activation Portal (DAP)
Analyze customer and stakeholder needs to identify applicable privacy requirements and approval considerations
Use GCP BigQuery, Alteryx, R, and Python to analyze data, identify trends, and support privacy and data-governance initiatives
Use SQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB to extract, transform, and load data for analysis and reporting
Collaborate with the Office of the General Counsel, Human Resources, Security, Risk Management, and Application Development
Support the definition and implementation of privacy safeguards within a global data environment
Support data-security requirements across Ford Credit, Marketing, Sales & Service, Product Development, and regional KPI and metrics initiatives
Support GDPR and CCPA audits, OICs, access reviews, and related governance assessments
Escalate privacy, data-use, and compliance issues and help develop technical solutions
Serve as a data governance subject matter expert and partner with data stewards
Maintain knowledge of country- and region-specific data-security and privacy laws
Recommend enhancements to Ford’s enterprise data governance model
Improve data governance, privacy review, and approval processes
Manage multiple workstreams with clear documentation, stakeholder communication, and timely execution

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Business Analytics, or a related field
Equivalent relevant experience may be considered
3–5 years of experience in business requirements analysis, business process management, project management, consulting, data management, or a related role
Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders across business, legal, privacy, security, risk, and technology organizations
Ability to manage multiple priorities and workstreams in a fast-paced, complex enterprise environment
Strong analytical, problem-solving, customer-service, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently, navigate ambiguity, and drive issues toward practical solutions
Knowledge of data management tools, data standards, and enterprise data governance practices
Experience with GCP BigQuery, Alteryx, R, Python, or similar analytics and reporting technologies
Familiarity with SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or comparable database platforms
Understanding of data privacy, access management, security controls, and responsible data-use principles
Experience translating business, privacy, and compliance needs into requirements, approval criteria, and process improvements
Strong organizational skills and a process-improvement mindset
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not provided

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care
Parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up child care
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time