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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$87K - $253K *

Innovate data architecture and AI platform solutions, driving enterprise value through intelligent data governance and integration. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, impactful insights...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $235K *

Grow your career by leading the design and delivery of AI-driven data platforms that transform enterprise data into actionable insights, ensuring technical integrity and business value across distribu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Design and maintain intelligent data platforms that integrate AI capabilities, ensuring data quality and governance while delivering measurable business value across enterprise environments...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $253K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and deliver innovative AI insights platforms, transforming enterprise data into actionable business value through advanced data engineering and governance practices...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $293K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and deliver innovative AI insights platforms, transforming enterprise data into actionable business value. Lead data governance and integration efforts while ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Engage in shaping enterprise data strategies by architecting and delivering AI insights platforms that drive business value through intelligent data governance and integration across diverse environme...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Shape the future of enterprise data by architecting and delivering AI insights platforms that drive business value through intelligent data governance and integration across diverse environments...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $235K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise data management by architecting and delivering innovative AI insights platforms that drive measurable business value through intelligent data governance and in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring data integrity and governance across the enterprise. Leverage your expertise in data management and analytics to transform information into actionable insights...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by enhancing GRC activities, conducting risk assessments, and providing actionable guidance to stakeholders. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and strengthen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project management excellence by driving the adoption of enterprise PPM tools. Collaborate with teams to enhance project planning, scheduling, and agile management capabilities, ensuring succe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as you support critical information security initiatives, ensuring compliance and safeguarding systems for mission success. Collaborate with teams to enhance security measures an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $123K *

Drive provider network strategy and governance initiatives, translating priorities into actionable plans. Collaborate across functions to enhance performance, engagement, and regulatory readiness whil...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $135K *

Elevate your career by leading enterprise data and AI governance initiatives. Collaborate across teams to define frameworks, implement policies, and drive adoption of responsible AI practices, ensurin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$210K - $225K *

Shape the future of enterprise security by leading GRC initiatives, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and fostering a culture of accountability. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance ri...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$144K - $195K *

Unlock potential by serving as a SharePoint Online and Power Platform expert, guiding users in classified environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance functionality, support change requests, and en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $293K *

Unlock potential by designing and deploying scalable data solutions, leveraging cloud and big data technologies to optimize data ingestion, transformation, and governance while ensuring compliance and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $253K *

Innovate data solutions by building and optimizing scalable data pipelines, ensuring quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices in data engineering and management...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $253K *

Join a team that's shaping data solutions by building, migrating, and deploying scalable data pipelines using cloud and big data technologies, while ensuring data governance and compliance across vari...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $270K *

Optimize data solutions by building and deploying scalable pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and DevOps practices to enhance business insights and ope...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $293K *

Unlock your potential as a Data Engineering professional, driving innovative data solutions through cloud technologies and governance practices. Collaborate with teams to optimize data pipelines and e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Transform your career by leveraging data engineering principles to build scalable data solutions, optimize workflows, and ensure data governance while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dy...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $270K *

Transform data management by designing and deploying scalable data pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and DevOps practices to optimize data workflows a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$220K - $250K *

Lead the charge in enterprise data management by developing taxonomies, ontologies, and metadata strategies that enhance data interoperability and governance. Collaborate with key stakeholders to driv...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $293K *

Advance data engineering initiatives by designing and deploying scalable data pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices for optimal data ma...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.