Data Governance Manager

Location: Minneapolis, MN or Fargo, NDWork Arrangement: Remote or HybridA Day in the Life The Data Governance Manager is responsible for executing the organization’s Data Governance strategy through hands‑on implementation, administration, and continuous monitoring of data access, enablement, and security across the data estate and analytics ecosystem. This role operates at the intersection of governance, platform administration, and enablement—ensuring data is discoverable, trusted, protected, and used responsibly. A typical day as a Data Governance Manager might include the following:Executing and monitoring enterprise data governance policies, standards, controls, and procedures across the firm's data and analytics ecosystem.Administering and maintaining the enterprise data governance platform, including data domains, data sources, scanning schedules, metadata, business glossaries, lineage, retention policies, and other catalog assets.Identifying, onboarding, and partnering with Data Owners, Data Stewards, and Data Readers to establish accountability, maintain documentation, and promote governance adoption across the organization.Facilitating the creation, standardization, and ongoing maintenance of data products, governance documentation, business definitions, and governance workflows.Serving as Microsoft Fabric Tenant Administrator, overseeing capacity management, workspace administration, lifecycle controls, feature enablement, and platform governance standards.Monitoring platform usage and data access patterns, providing guidance on data management, sharing, security, and governance best practices while identifying and remediating governance or compliance risks.Partnering with IT Security to implement, maintain, and validate data classification, sensitivity labeling, data loss prevention (DLP), and related security controls.Administering enterprise data access and security, including OneLake Security, role-based access models, security groups, service principals, and other identity and access management controls.Conducting access reviews and governance audits to ensure compliance with zero trust, least privilege, data protection, and environment segregation requirements.Monitoring platform telemetry, audit logs, governance metrics, and compliance indicators to identify trends, risks, optimization opportunities, and areas for continuous improvement.Supporting governance maturity initiatives, roadmap planning, and the development of governance standards by providing operational expertise and execution-focused recommendations.Participating in governance councils, communities of practice, and cross-functional initiatives to promote governance awareness, consistency, and adoption.Serving as an escalation point for complex data governance, security, platform administration, and access management issues requiring cross-functional coordination.Supporting governance standards for emerging technologies, including AI-enabled solutions, automation, and agent-driven workflows, ensuring the responsible, secure, and compliant use of organizational data.Ensuring timely and accurate performance on assigned projects.Maintaining compliance with project budgets, turnaround times, and deadlines.Who You Are You have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, Data Architecture, Cybersecurity, or a related field required; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.You have 6+ years of progressive experience in data governance, analytics, security, platform administration, or related technology disciplines.You have experience administering enterprise analytics and data platforms, including Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Synapse, Azure Data Services, or similar technologies.You have experience managing data governance, security, access controls, and platform administration functions with a high degree of independence.You have SQL, Python, or similar technical skills preferred.You have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, OneLake, workspace administration, security roles, sharing models, and capacity management.You have knowledge of enterprise data governance concepts, including metadata management, business glossaries, lineage, stewardship, and data catalog administration.You have experience administering SharePoint and supporting secure management of unstructured content.You have knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID, Azure security administration, service principals, privileged access management, and identity governance.You have an understanding of data security principles, including zero trust, least privilege, sensitivity labeling, data classification, and data loss prevention.You have the ability to analyze governance, security, and compliance risks and implement practical solutions.You have strong collaboration, communication, and relationship-building skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.You have the ability to influence data governance adoption and drive accountability across multiple stakeholder groups.You have strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.You have the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a rapidly evolving technology environment.Must be authorized to work in the United States now or in the future without visa sponsorship. Making an Impact Together People join Eide Bailly for the opportunities and stay because of the culture. At Eide Bailly, we've built a collaborative workplace based on integrity, authenticity, and support for one another. You'll find opportunities for education and career growth, a team dedicated to your success, and benefits that put your family's needs first. Hear what our employees have to say about working at Eide Bailly. Compensation$120,000-$160,000. Our compensation philosophy emphasizes competitive and equitable pay. Eide Bailly complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying ranges. Final compensation decisions are dependent upon factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and internal equity. Benefits Beyond base compensation, Eide Bailly provides benefits such as: generous paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) profit sharing, life and disability insurance, lifestyle spending account, certification incentives, education assistance, and a referral program. Next Steps We'll be in touch! If you look like the right fit for our position, one of our recruiters will be reaching out to schedule a phone interview with you to learn more about your career interests and goals. In the meantime, we encourage you to learn more about us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn or our About Us page. Eide Bailly is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws. #LI-KH1