Information Governance Senior Analyst

Sidley Austin•Chicago, IL

4d•$105,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The Information Governance Senior Analyst supports the Firm's Information Governance program through the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of information governance, ethical wall, client confidentiality, data protection, and records management initiatives. Under the direction of the Information Governance Manager, the Senior Analyst provides day-to-day leadership on projects and operational initiatives, evaluates information governance practices, analyzes business processes and technology solutions, identifies opportunities for operational improvement, and supports the implementation of policies, controls, and systems that strengthen governance controls, mitigate information-related risk, support regulatory and client requirements, and promote the secure and compliant management of Firm and client information throughout its lifecycle. The role also contributes to technology initiatives, compliance assessments, data protection efforts, reporting and analytics, and the ongoing enhancement of information governance services and processes in collaboration with internal counterparts and stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Minimum of six (6) years of experience in information governance, information security, data protection, records management, compliance, or related disciplines within a law firm, financial services, professional services, corporate legal department, or other highly regulated environment.
Advanced knowledge of information governance, information security, data privacy, and records management principles, practices, technologies, and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional initiatives, technology implementations, process improvement efforts, and governance-related projects.
Experience analyzing business requirements and translating governance, compliance, and operational needs into practical processes, controls, and technology solutions.
Proficiency with document management systems (e.g., NetDocuments, iManage) and content management and collaboration platforms (e.g., Microsoft SharePoint).
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Outlook.
Strong organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Good judgment
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
Able to work under pressure
Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Nice To Haves

Experience administering ethical wall and information barrier applications, such as Intapp Walls, used to support client confidentiality, matter security, and compliance requirements.
Experience with Microsoft Purview for data governance, information protection, data classification, records management, compliance monitoring, and related information governance initiatives.
Experience with information security monitoring and data protection technologies, such as Cyberhaven, Netskope, and/or Proofpoint.
Familiarity with AI governance, information protection, and risk management practices supporting the secure and compliant use of AI-enabled technologies.
Information Governance Professional (IGP) certification or other relevant information governance, privacy, records management, or security certifications.

Responsibilities

Support the development and continuous improvement of procedures, standards, and controls that promote the classification, confidentiality, privacy, security, and compliant management of Firm and client information.
Administer and support the ongoing enhancement of ethical wall and information barrier technologies, including Intapp Walls, to help meet client confidentiality, matter security, regulatory, and Firm policy requirements.
Analyze, assess, and implement information, records, email, document, and content management processes; identify operational, compliance, and information-related risks; evaluate alternatives and technology solutions and assess business impacts; and prepare recommendations to support governance objectives and operational improvements.
Support governance-related technology initiatives and upgrades by gathering and documenting requirements, coordinating testing activities, validating controls, supporting deployment efforts, and ensuring alignment with Firm policies and standards.
Develop and maintain governance controls, testing methodologies, monitoring processes, and assessment criteria used to evaluate compliance with Firm policies, client requirements, and information governance standards.
Conduct information and content security reviews, evaluate alerts and monitoring activities, assess potential policy violations or confidentiality risks, and recommend appropriate remediation or control enhancements.
Translate information governance policies and standards, including information classification, client confidentiality, data protection, and AI governance requirements, into operational procedures, workflows, and technology-enabled controls.
Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to support alignment between information governance, data protection, confidentiality, information security, and client requirements across Firm systems and platforms.
Assess processes, procedures, and technology-enabled controls and prepare recommendations to strengthen compliance, improve operational effectiveness, and mitigate information-related risk.
Serve as a contributing information governance subject matter resource by maintaining expertise in ethical walls, information protection, data classification, content management, AI governance, and emerging industry practices; prepare presentations, analyses, business cases, and written recommendations for management.
Develop and maintain dashboards, metrics, analytics, and reporting related to information governance, ethical wall administration, data protection controls, compliance activities, and strategic initiatives; analyze trends and key risk indicators and provide insights to support decision-making and program oversight.
Perform other duties and support special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.