Data Governance Manager

Job-ID: 5500Category: ComplianceLocation: Atlanta, GA, United StatesSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-10-21Work Location Type: RemoteJob Level: Supervisor / ManagerMaximum Posting Salary: 155000.00Location: Atlanta, GA / RemoteDepartment: LegalReports to: Assistant General Counsel – Privacy, AI, and Data GovernanceWhy Join Omnicell?Omnicell is building its enterprise data governance program and we are looking for a Manager, Data Governance to join our Legal Department and help define how data is managed, trusted, and used across the company.You will develop the standards and policies that govern how data is managed across its lifecycle, establish a data use program with clear quality standards, and design a de-identification program that complies with HIPAA requirements to enable responsible analytics and research. This role turns governance requirements into practical, adoptable processes and controls, so that data across Omnicell is accurate, trusted, and used in accordance with applicable law and internal policy.What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)As a Manager, Data Governance, you will:Primary Impact – Make data across Omnicell accurate, trusted, and used in accordance with applicable law and internal policy, so that business, analytics, and research teams can move quickly on a foundation they can rely on.Standards and policy – Develop, implement, and maintain Omnicell’s data governance standards, policies, and procedures across the data lifecycle, aligned with business objectives and applicable regulatory requirementsOperational adoption – Translate governance requirements into practical processes and controls that operational teams can readily adoptData use program – Establish a formal data use program that defines how data may be accessed, used, and shared, with clear quality standards, approval workflows, and accountabilityData quality management – Define, monitor, and report on data quality standards, metrics, and KPIs — such as accuracy, completeness, and consistency — and partner with data owners and stewards to identify root causes and drive remediationHIPAA de-identification – Design and operate a de-identification program that complies with HIPAA requirements, including the Safe Harbor and Expert Determination methods, to enable de-identified analytics and research while protecting PHIOwnership and stewardship – Define data ownership and stewardship models, assigning clear roles and responsibilities across business and technical teamsGovernance artifacts – Establish and maintain governance artifacts and documentation, including policies, standards, a business glossary, data dictionaries, metadata, and data lineageRisk assessment and remediation – Conduct data risk assessments and manage remediation plans for data quality, governance, and compliance issuesCross-functional alignment – Partner with Privacy, Legal, Enterprise Security, Quality, and IT to align data practices with applicable law and contractual obligationsReporting and continuous improvement – Provide regular reporting on data quality, policy adoption, and exceptions to data and privacy leadership, and drive continuous improvement through training, process change, and escalationData literacy and stewardship culture – Foster a culture of data stewardship and data literacy through guidance, enablement, and training across the organizationWho You Are (Qualifications & Skills)Minimum Qualifications7+ years of experience in data governance, data management, or a related disciplineProven experience developing and implementing data governance frameworks, policies, and standardsExperience establishing or operating data quality standards, metrics, and monitoring mechanismsStrong command of data governance principles, frameworks, and best practices, such as DAMA-DMBOKPractical knowledge of data quality concepts, metadata management, and data lineage principlesWorking knowledge of HIPAA de-identification standards, including the Safe Harbor and Expert Determination methodsFamiliarity with HIPAA/HITECH, CCPA/CPRA, and how they shape data use, data sharing, and governanceThe ability to translate governance requirements into practical, adoptable processes and controlsStrong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior and cross-functional teams without direct authorityAn analytical mindset, with the ability to interpret data models and use basic querying to validate governance outcomesExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear governance documentationStrong project management skills, with the ability to set priorities and manage competing demands, and a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach with sharp attention to detailPreferred QualificationsBachelor’s degree in information management, data management, computer science, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent experienceAdvanced degree or relevant certification, such as CDMP, CIPP/US, CIPM, or CHPCExperience in healthcare, medical device, or another HIPAA-regulated environmentHands-on experience designing or operating a HIPAA de-identification program, including Expert DeterminationExperience supporting de-identified analytics, research data environments, or a governed data lakeFamiliarity with data governance and catalog tooling, such as Collibra, Alation, Informatica, or SecuritiExperience supporting global or cross-regional data programs, including GDPRWork ConditionsFlexibility in working hours as neededSome travel, ~10%