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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$183K - $293K *

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$166K - $279K *

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$116K - $155K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $270K *

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$113K - $197K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $187K *

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$152K - $162K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $183K *

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$140K - $190K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$183K - $270K *

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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.