SHARANYA ELDANDI

Seasoned Data Governance professional with over 5 years of experience in developing and implementing robust data governance frameworks, policies, and tools. Seeking to leverage my expertise to drive data governance initiatives and ensure data quality and compliance in a dynamic organization.

• Specialized in creating robust Data Governance frameworks from the ground up, ensuring that they are scalable, flexible, and tailored to meet the specific needs of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and enforce data governance policies, including Data Quality, Data Privacy, and Data Retention policies, that ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal guidelines.
• Extensive experience in managing and maintaining Data Catalogs, using tools like Informatica AXON and Alation, to provide a centralized repository of data assets for improved data discovery and accessibility.
• Proficient in tracking and documenting Data Lineage to ensure data traceability, supporting data quality, and compliance efforts across the organization. Successfully collaborated with business and technical stakeholders to identify, prioritize, and manage Critical Data Elements (CDEs), ensuring data accuracy and relevance.
• Adept at implementing Data Privacy frameworks and tools, such as Informatica Data Privacy Management, to safeguard sensitive data and ensure compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Led initiatives to implement Data Quality rules, including profiling, cleansing, and validation processes, to maintain the integrity and accuracy of data across various systems.
• Experienced in creating and managing Business Glossaries that standardize terminology across the organization, facilitating better communication and understanding of data assets.
• Skilled in developing and managing taxonomies to organize and classify data assets, enhancing data governance processes and supporting efficient data retrieval.
• Proven ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, legal, and business units, to align data governance practices with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Conducted comprehensive Data Lineage Impact Analysis to assess the potential effects of changes in data flows, ensuring that any alterations are aligned with governance policies.
• Played a key role in selecting and integrating Data Governance and Data Quality tools, such as Informatica and Alation, to streamline data governance processes and enhance overall data management.
• Developed and delivered training programs and materials to educate stakeholders and employees on data governance policies, best practices, and the importance of data quality.
• Committed to continuous improvement by staying abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes, ensuring that data governance practices remain current and effective.