Lead, Enterprise Data Governance

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Come join the Data Governance office as Lead, Enterprise Data Governance! In this role you can help grow and implement the company's data use and risk mitigation strategies. Through applying seasoned knowledge, you would deliver transparency around the principles of data use and sharing with a focus on ensuring the right data is used in the right ways in the right environments.

The Lead, Enterprise Data Governance will work on problems of diverse scope and complexity ranging from moderate to substantial with high visibility throughout the enterprise.

The Lead, Enterprise Data Governance is responsible for driving Humana's enterprise-wide strategy for responsible data use and risk mitigation-now including the rapidly evolving domain of artificial intelligence (AI) governance. This role ensures that data and AI-enabled systems are used appropriately, securely, ethically, and in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards across all business environments.

This position leads the development, implementation, and oversight of policies, standards, and governance frameworks that ensure the right data-and increasingly, the right AI models and features-are used in the right ways, by the right stakeholders, within the right environments. The role plays a critical part in shaping Humana's posture toward trustworthy and transparent AI by embedding controls related to bias mitigation, model explainability, data quality, monitoring, lineage, and lifecycle management.

The Lead partners closely with business leaders, technology and analytics teams, compliance, legal, information security, and risk management to safeguard Humana's information assets while enabling responsible data- and AI-driven decision-making. The role influences enterprise strategy to ensure that innovations in machine learning and generative AI are supported by strong governance practices that protect members, ensure regulatory alignment, and maintain Humana's commitment to integrity, fairness, and operational excellence.

Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred.

• Extensive experience (7 years minimum) in enterprise data governance, data risk management, and compliance within a regulated environment.

• Strong understanding of data classification, data lifecycle management, and risk mitigation strategies.

• Proven ability to design and implement enterprise-wide governance frameworks and policies.

• Experience navigating regulatory requirements and internal controls related to data use (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR).

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.

• Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional initiatives and driving organizational change.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree

• Professional certification (e.g., CIPP, CDMP, CISM, CRISC) highly desirable.

• Experience with cloud-based data platforms and modern data architectures.

• Knowledge of data security, privacy, and compliance tools and technologies.

Additional Information

SSN Alert Statement

Humana values personal identity protection. Please be aware that applicants may be asked to provide their Social Security Number, if it is not already on file. When required, an email will be sent from [email protected] with instructions on how to add the information into your official application on Humana's secure website.

Interview Format

As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an interviewing technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.

WAH Internet Statement

To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:

At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested

Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership

Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.

Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.

Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$117,600 - $161,700 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

Application Deadline: 02-19-2026

About us

Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first - for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.

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