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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$175K - $200K *

Optimize the Firm’s data governance framework by establishing effective standards, processes, and decision rights. Collaborate across functions to enhance data quality, accountability, and operational...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$175K - $200K *

Champion the establishment and maturity of a global data governance practice, translating strategy into effective operations. Collaborate across functions to enhance data quality, accountability, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Champion data integrity and quality during a major enterprise transformation, acting as a key liaison among stakeholders to ensure seamless data governance, mapping, and migration across HR, Finance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $223K *

Optimize enterprise data governance architecture by establishing standards, evaluating tools, and ensuring alignment with architectural frameworks. Collaborate with teams to embed governance in data i...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$98K - $163K *

Unlock potential by enhancing data governance for a premier law enforcement client. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, improve data quality, and support enterprise integration initiatives wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $180K *

Drive compliance and data governance initiatives, ensuring adherence to federal regulations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex challenges in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$99K - $225K *

Lead the charge in data governance innovation to enhance national defense analytics. Employ advanced methodologies to secure data integrity, driving ethical access and protection against adversarial t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion the implementation of data governance solutions, focusing on Collibra to enhance metadata management and compliance. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective data lineage and promote best p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Help us shape the future of data governance by ensuring trusted data and responsible AI practices are integrated into daily operations, enhancing data quality and supporting teams in leveraging enterp...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$108K - $130K *

Empower data excellence by leading a team focused on data governance and quality. Drive enterprise-wide standards, enhance data practices, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality data...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Champion data governance initiatives by implementing frameworks and solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure trusted enterprise data assets and compliance with regulatory standar...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate data governance capabilities to ensure trusted data and responsible AI. Lead a team to implement standards, enhance data quality, and foster collaboration across business units, driving innova...

2 days ago

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

$59K - $177K *

Champion data solutions by designing and deploying scalable pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices for optimal performance and complianc...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$63K - $177K *

Take ownership of data engineering initiatives, designing scalable pipelines and governance processes. Leverage cloud and big data technologies to optimize data ingestion, transformation, and complian...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Join a team that's transforming data solutions through innovative engineering and governance. Leverage cloud technologies to build scalable data pipelines, ensuring quality and compliance while drivin...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Elevate your career by building innovative data solutions that transform and optimize data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data governance and quality while leveraging clo...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$66K - $205K *

Shape the future of data solutions by building and optimizing scalable data pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices in data engineering a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Drive innovative data solutions by building and optimizing data pipelines, ensuring quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices for data management and transformation...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Elevate data solutions by designing and deploying scalable pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices in data management and engineering...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$63K - $177K *

Engineer innovative data solutions to transform and optimize data pipelines, leveraging cloud and big data technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data governance and complianc...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $189K *

Unlock the potential of data by designing and implementing scalable data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data governance and quality, while leveraging cloud technologies...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$68K - $205K *

Shape the future of data solutions by building and optimizing scalable data pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices in data engineering a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Elevate your career by building robust data solutions that transform and optimize data workflows. Leverage cloud technologies and data governance principles to drive impactful insights and ensure comp...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$66K - $205K *

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

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$59K - $177K *

Accelerate data-driven decision-making by designing and implementing robust data pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance, and leveraging cloud technologies to transform business insights into...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.