Data Security & Governance Lead
Medline, New York, NY, United States
Job Summary
We are seeking a strategic, detail-oriented, and execution-focused Data Security & Governance Team Lead to join our Information Technology - Data & Analytics organization. This is a critical role responsible for establishing, operating, and continuously improving enterprise-wide data security, access governance, and compliance controls across data platforms, data products, and analytics solutions.
This role ensures end-to-end protection of data assets while enabling scalable self-service analytics. The ideal candidate is a techno-functional leader with strong experience in data security, governance, and compliance within modern cloud analytics environments, and the ability to balance strong controls with business agility.
Job Description
Data Security & Access Governance
Define and maintain the enterprise data security governance framework, including policies, standards, and control requirements.
Own data classification, labeling, retention, and protection standards across structured and unstructured data.
Ensure consistent application of governance controls across cloud, on-prem, and SaaS platforms.
Risk, Compliance & Privacy
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, SOX, HIPAA where applicable).
Partner with Legal, Privacy, and Risk teams on data protection assessments and audits.
Identify data security risks and drive mitigation plans with clear ownership and timelines.
Operating Model & Execution
Build and run a scalable governance operating model, including intake, exception handling, and enforcement.
Develop metrics and reporting to measure data security posture, control effectiveness, and compliance status.
Lead incident governance support for data-related security events.
Stakeholder Engagement
Act as the primary point of accountability for data security governance across the enterprise.
Influence senior leaders and application owners to adopt secure-by-design data practices.
Provide guidance, training, and awareness on data security requirements.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Management, Data Security, or a related field
8+ years of experience in IT, with significant experience in data security, governance, or data risk/compliance roles
Proven experience designing and operating data access controls and governance frameworks in large, complex organizations
Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure data and security services
Experience implementing and operating audit processes, and access reviews for data platforms
Strong communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills
Preferred / Nice-to-Have
Experience with Microsoft Fabric (OneLake, Lakehouse, Data Engineering, Power BI) security and governance models
Experience with Azure data services such as ADLS, Azure SQL, Synapse, and Azure Data Factory
Hands-on experience securing Power BI workspaces, datasets, semantic models, and reports
Experience with SAP HANA and analytics data sourced from SAP ERP systems
Familiarity with Tableau and SAP BusinessObjects
Experience with data cataloging, lineage, and governance tools
Relevant certifications in Azure Security, Data Governance, Privacy, or Compliance (AZ-500, SC-400)
Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
The anticipated salary range for this position:
$101,000.00 - $152,000.00 Annual
The actual salary will vary based on applicant's location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.
Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here.
We're dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here.
Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
We are seeking a strategic, detail-oriented, and execution-focused Data Security & Governance Team Lead to join our Information Technology - Data & Analytics organization. This is a critical role responsible for establishing, operating, and continuously improving enterprise-wide data security, access governance, and compliance controls across data platforms, data products, and analytics solutions.
This role ensures end-to-end protection of data assets while enabling scalable self-service analytics. The ideal candidate is a techno-functional leader with strong experience in data security, governance, and compliance within modern cloud analytics environments, and the ability to balance strong controls with business agility.
Job Description
Data Security & Access Governance
Define and maintain the enterprise data security governance framework, including policies, standards, and control requirements.
Own data classification, labeling, retention, and protection standards across structured and unstructured data.
Ensure consistent application of governance controls across cloud, on-prem, and SaaS platforms.
Risk, Compliance & Privacy
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, SOX, HIPAA where applicable).
Partner with Legal, Privacy, and Risk teams on data protection assessments and audits.
Identify data security risks and drive mitigation plans with clear ownership and timelines.
Operating Model & Execution
Build and run a scalable governance operating model, including intake, exception handling, and enforcement.
Develop metrics and reporting to measure data security posture, control effectiveness, and compliance status.
Lead incident governance support for data-related security events.
Stakeholder Engagement
Act as the primary point of accountability for data security governance across the enterprise.
Influence senior leaders and application owners to adopt secure-by-design data practices.
Provide guidance, training, and awareness on data security requirements.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Management, Data Security, or a related field
8+ years of experience in IT, with significant experience in data security, governance, or data risk/compliance roles
Proven experience designing and operating data access controls and governance frameworks in large, complex organizations
Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure data and security services
Experience implementing and operating audit processes, and access reviews for data platforms
Strong communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills
Preferred / Nice-to-Have
Experience with Microsoft Fabric (OneLake, Lakehouse, Data Engineering, Power BI) security and governance models
Experience with Azure data services such as ADLS, Azure SQL, Synapse, and Azure Data Factory
Hands-on experience securing Power BI workspaces, datasets, semantic models, and reports
Experience with SAP HANA and analytics data sourced from SAP ERP systems
Familiarity with Tableau and SAP BusinessObjects
Experience with data cataloging, lineage, and governance tools
Relevant certifications in Azure Security, Data Governance, Privacy, or Compliance (AZ-500, SC-400)
Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
The anticipated salary range for this position:
$101,000.00 - $152,000.00 Annual
The actual salary will vary based on applicant's location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.
Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here.
We're dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here.
Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.