Data Quality & Assurance Lead

USAA

Data quality and information governance lead supporting USAA’s military-focused financial services. Managing metadata, lineage, data quality, privacy, security, and risk remediation across enterprise data programs.

Posted 8/8/2026full-timeSan Antonio • Arizona, Colorado, North Carolina, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $164,780 - $314,960 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Information Management strategies, data quality processes, and compliance within highly regulated industries. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, implement data management practices, and ensure data integrity throughout the data lifecycle.

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Advanced SQL KnowledgeInformation Management ExpertiseData Quality Process DevelopmentAgile Methodology ExperienceCDMP Certification

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Hard Skills

Data Management PracticesMetadata ManagementData Quality MetricsData LineageData Governance StandardsRoot Cause AnalysisMaster Data ProcessesAccess Management StrategiesData SecurityData Retention Management

Soft Skills

Expert Communication SkillsIndirect LeadershipProblem ResolutionSynthesis of InformationInfluencing Process Improvements

Certifications & Qualifications

CDMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesInsuranceBankingHighly Regulated IndustryInformation Governance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive overall program efficiency and effectiveness and implement techniques and tools supporting data management efforts
Support information management functions including metadata management, data quality, retention management, and data security
Document data sources and facilitate Authoritative Data Source certification
Manage metadata and data lineage within the Enterprise Data Repository
Ensure data quality, monitor SLAs and data quality metrics, and oversee timely remediation
Monitor significant changes and ensure timely re-certification
Assist the IMA Director in integrating information management practices into business and technology processes
Identify and influence process improvement opportunities across IMA responsibilities and data spokes
Lead discussions with cross-functional teams on complex problems
Align best practices and tools with business needs to improve program efficiency and effectiveness
Influence prioritization of work based on criticality and risk
Maintain and validate Information Asset Inventories
Champion delivery of information according to Information Governance standards and data management practices
Lead integration of Information Management practices into existing and emerging technology processes
Lead data lineage collection and stitching for complete end-to-end data flow of critical data
Lead identification and resolution of complex data quality concerns
Design data quality rules, thresholds, and standard quality metrics for critical data elements
Develop data quality process enhancements and plans, and oversee implementation of data quality controls
Define and oversee high-risk data quality corrective action plans
Oversee compliance assessments and document failures
Lead Data initiatives, conduct root cause analysis, and identify improvement areas
Develop Master and Reference Data processes aligned with Enterprise Policies and Standards
Ensure quality and maintenance of master and reference data
Identify and escalate items that may pose corporate risk
Partner with IT and Information Management resources to define and implement complex Access Management strategies
Lead Privacy initiatives through sensitive-data classification and analysis
Ensure compliance and remediation of sensitive data
Ensure risks associated with business activities are identified, measured, monitored, and controlled

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a business or science field; OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience, plus 8+ years of experience in information management, a business application function, or data delivery
Alternatively, an advanced degree in a Business or Science discipline with 6 years of experience in data and analytics, technical, or business-relevant functions
Demonstrated expertise developing and implementing Information Management strategies or processes in complex situations
Proven experience leading projects or programs applying data management practices and tools to address data management risks during the data lifecycle
Advanced SQL knowledge, including SQL-based languages
Ability to lead analysis and resolution of problems and issues and escalate appropriately
Experience synthesizing information, data, and research to recommend initiatives meeting business goals
Experience leading project or support teams managing data
Experience working in Agile Methodology
Expert communication and presentation skills, including presenting complex technical details to all levels of management
Indirect leadership experience
Information management expertise, including coaching and mentoring others
Financial services, insurance, banking, or other highly regulated industry experience preferred
CDMP certification preferred
US military experience through military service or military spouse/domestic partner preferred
Must not require visa sponsorship or immigration support now or in the future, including H-1B, TN, or STEM OPT Training Plans

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work environment
Relocation assistance is not available
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
401(k)
Pension
Life insurance
Parental benefits
Adoption assistance
Paid time off program with paid holidays
16 paid volunteer hours
Wellness programs
Career path planning
Continuing education
Pay incentives may be available based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors