Data Governance Specialist Jobs

Explore Data Governance Specialist opportunities with organizations that rely on accurate, secure, and well-managed data. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles for experienced specialists who can shape data policies, improve quality, and support responsible data use.

What Does a Data Governance Specialist Do?

Data Governance Specialists help organizations define and maintain the standards, policies, and processes that guide how data is collected, managed, accessed, and protected. Depending on the employer, the work may include developing governance frameworks, documenting data ownership and definitions, setting quality controls, coordinating stewardship programs, and supporting privacy and regulatory requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with data governance frameworks, metadata management, data quality, master data management, and information lifecycle practices. Useful capabilities include policy development, stakeholder communication, risk assessment, and familiarity with privacy and compliance requirements. Experience with data catalogs, governance platforms, analytics environments, and cloud data systems can also be valuable.

Career Opportunities

Data Governance Specialists work across industries such as financial services, healthcare, technology, consulting, and enterprise services. Depending on their background, they may advance into data governance leadership, data management, privacy, compliance, or broader data strategy roles. Browse current openings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation.

Find Data Governance Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Data Governance Specialist jobs and explore roles where your expertise can help organizations make data more trusted, usable, and secure.

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$150K - $235K *

Elevate your legal career by delivering strategic counsel and effective services to Managed Services Organizations and physician practices, while managing complex legal projects and mentoring a team i...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing regulatory compliance through strategic initiatives, robust IT control design, and effective collaboration across business units to ensure adherence to indust...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your Salesforce expertise to design, build, and review secure, scalable solutions. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure seamless integrations and effective deliv...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $169K *

Lead the charge in risk analysis and control, providing technical expertise to enhance underwriting goals and improve account management through strategic evaluations and recommendations...

Indiana, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $172K *

Shape global procurement governance and compliance by leading analytics, training, and process excellence initiatives. Drive transformation and data management in a collaborative environment to enhanc...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$149K - $240K *

Engage with enterprise customers to address complex security and risk challenges. Serve as a trusted advisor, leading solution design and product demonstrations while collaborating with cross-function...

San Francisco, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $240K *

Transform enterprise security solutions by partnering with Sales to address complex challenges. Leverage your expertise to design impactful solutions, deliver compelling demos, and engage with stakeho...

Washington, DCRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $240K *

Champion enterprise security solutions by partnering with Sales to address complex challenges. Lead technical discovery, solution design, and customer validation, ensuring alignment between technical...

Austin, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join us to provide expert application support for cutting-edge separation technologies. Engage with customers throughout their journey, ensuring successful implementation and adoption while collaborat...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Play a key role in global sanctions compliance, overseeing risk management and regulatory adherence. Collaborate with international teams to establish standards and guidelines while ensuring effective...

Farmington Hills, MIRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Elevate AI solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, architect, and implement innovative AI and ML strategies, ensuring customer success and adoption across diverse technical e...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic risk management solutions for high-profile clients. Drive growth and profitability while mentoring teams and influencing market trends through expert knowledge a...

Solon, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Drive SAP Analytics strategy and implementation, leading teams in deploying solutions across SAP Analytics Cloud, BW, and S/4HANA. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver insights and manage analytic...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee portfolio health, ensuring quality and operational alignment across studies. Drive performance visibility, manage risks, and facilitate client governance while fostering...

Johnson City, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $159K *

Champion integrated evidence strategies that drive enterprise decision-making. Collaborate cross-functionally to create actionable plans that align with global objectives, ensuring timely delivery of...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Lead the SAP Analytics strategy and implementation, driving innovation in analytics solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver insights and manage teams, ensuring successful deployment of SAP...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $189K *

Elevate your career as you design, implement, and maintain SAP security roles across various platforms while ensuring compliance and optimizing security frameworks in a collaborative environment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $149K *

Lead the charge in safeguarding our IT environment by managing security incidents, collaborating across teams, and enhancing our incident response capabilities to ensure compliance and protection agai...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $314K *

Transform data analytics strategies by leading cross-functional teams to enhance information governance, analytics delivery, and business insights, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and in...

Plano, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$201K - $352K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise AI by building scalable, LLM-enabled applications. Collaborate with customers to deliver impactful solutions, codify reusable assets, and shape the future of A...

Santa Clara, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$56K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Site Contracts Specialist, where you will negotiate and manage clinical trial agreements. Lead contract discussions, mitigate risks, and collaborate with key stakeholders to e...

North Carolina, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $139K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing advanced data models and ETL specifications. Collaborate on system architecture and standards to enhance data solutions in a dynamic environment, while coo...

Oregon, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $175K *

Provide legal counsel on regulatory and transactional matters, structuring and negotiating agreements while ensuring compliance with FCC regulations. Play a key role in supporting M&A activities and g...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by enhancing reliability and performance of a SaaS platform. Collaborate with development teams to implement automation, incident management, and observability practices...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $232K *

Lead the charge in transforming enterprise data into actionable sales strategies that drive growth across distribution channels. Equip teams with insights and AI tools to enhance targeting, productivi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data Governance Specialist do?question toggle

    A Data Governance Specialist develops and supports the policies, standards, and processes organizations use to manage data. Responsibilities may include data quality, metadata, data ownership, access controls, privacy, and regulatory compliance.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Data Governance Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for experience in data management, governance frameworks, data quality, metadata, or privacy and compliance. Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills are also useful.

  • Which industries hire Data Governance Specialists?question toggle

    Financial services, healthcare, technology, consulting, and other data-intensive industries commonly hire Data Governance Specialists.

  • What career paths can follow a Data Governance Specialist role?question toggle

    Experienced specialists may pursue leadership roles in data governance or data management, or move into data strategy, privacy, risk, or compliance.

  • Where can I find Data Governance Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Search its listings for Data Governance Specialist roles and review each posting for salary and qualifications.