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 - $180K *

Drive growth by spearheading sales in the Federal sector, building relationships and managing pipelines to achieve new business revenue through strategic engagements with large Federal Agencies...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $173K *

Help us drive strategic project planning and AI adoption across teams, ensuring clear objectives and strong follow-up. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance visibility and efficiency in...

Ontario, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of compliance by leading a robust program that ensures regulatory adherence, fosters a culture of integrity, and collaborates across functions to mitigate risks and enhance operationa...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $128K *

Unlock potential by integrating identity platforms with robust security measures. Collaborate within agile teams to design and maintain APIs, ensuring seamless data flow across federal systems while a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Champion customer success by designing and optimizing scalable programs that enhance adoption of identity security solutions, ensuring impactful training and resources for customer-facing teams...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining ETL applications, leveraging Ab Initio and Teradata technologies. Collaborate with team members to ensure data integrity and optimize data assets for fede...

Washington, DCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with sales and IT teams to transform operational data into actionable insights, ensuring effective system configuration and user adoption across Salesforce, CRM, and laboratory platforms t...

CanadaRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform sales operations by connecting teams and systems. Leverage data from Salesforce, LIMS, and CRM to create impactful reports and dashboards, driving performance improvements and supporting end...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of client relationships by leading strategic accounts, driving satisfaction and growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful solutions, manage projects, and ensure oper...

Maryland, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead and expand strategic client relationships, driving satisfaction and revenue growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-impact solutions and manage large-scale initiatives while ensuri...

Maryland, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $214K *

Transform your career by leveraging AI/ML and full stack development to modernize systems and enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions th...

Minnetonka, MNRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Manage and execute a comprehensive IAM strategy, ensuring robust identity security across corporate and cloud environments. Lead a team to implement Zero Trust principles and enhance identity governan...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance business operations, streamline processes, and drive value through effective analysis and documentation. Your expertise will...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $144K *

Explore a challenging role ensuring project compliance and quality for electrical and mechanical systems. Collaborate with various stakeholders, inspect installations, and report on project progress w...

Indianapolis, INRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Champion regulatory strategy and lead insurance affairs, engaging with regulators and advising clients on AI and imagery use. Build a robust filing program and ensure compliance while shaping industry...

Lehi, UTRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$320K - $400K *

Lead the charge in establishing a robust enterprise data risk management framework, ensuring effective oversight of data and AI risks while guiding senior leaders on critical technology issues to alig...

Charlotte, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading AI product initiatives that enhance business performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritize AI solutions, ensuring alignment with strategy and driving...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$112K - $193K *

Transform cloud strategy and architecture for clients, driving modernization and innovation through expert design and leadership in enterprise cloud solutions. Partner with teams to elevate applicatio...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $190K *

Lead and implement sophisticated statistical models and machine learning solutions to enhance large-scale data analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful analytics and mentor...

Edison, NJRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$117K - $161K *

Drive enterprise Identity Security solutions in a complex healthcare environment, focusing on secure identity lifecycle management, authentication, and compliance while integrating clinical applicatio...

Kentucky, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving transformative change through strategic analysis and execution. This high-visibility role collaborates with leadership to ensure progress on critical initiatives and enhance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's building and optimizing a robust internal data platform to enhance product insights, streamline data ingestion, and ensure data quality for analytics and reporting. Collaborate with...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $185K *

Transform organizational change management by leading initiatives that enhance adoption and engagement across enterprise transformation projects, focusing on content operations and AI-enabled workflow...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful clinical consulting by bridging expertise in real-world data with strategic insights. Collaborate across teams to enhance health outcomes research and contribute to thought leadership...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$123K - $183K *

Drive the establishment of a robust Compliance Management System, overseeing governance and compliance processes for a new Industrial Loan Company. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure re...

Utah, USRemote

2 weeks 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.