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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$77K - $115K *

Support the enhancement of governance processes by analyzing workflows, coordinating committee operations, and driving compliance. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective stakeholder management a...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing credit risk for Lombard lending, overseeing proposals, collateral, and compliance. Ensure alignment with regulatory standards while monitoring exposures and advising teams...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $108K *

Transform payer billing implementations by managing complex projects, collaborating across teams, and driving process improvements. Leverage strong problem-solving skills to enhance operational effici...

South San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $108K *

Elevate your career by managing complex billing implementations, collaborating across teams, and driving process improvements. This role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to build...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $116K *

Join a team that's driving data solutions to enhance analytics capabilities. You'll engineer and maintain back-end systems while ensuring data quality. This role demands innovative thinking in the ins...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $173K *

Oversee and lead a complex governance and control function, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategies. Manage talent development, operational direction, and strategic partnerships to enhance risk...

Mount Laurel, NJRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $173K *

Deliver strategic leadership in governance and control, managing complex functions with significant risk. Foster talent development, align strategies, and ensure compliance while collaborating across...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $173K *

Drive a comprehensive governance and control strategy, overseeing complex functions and managing talent to mitigate risks while aligning with enterprise objectives and fostering collaboration across t...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Drive quality and compliance by managing global CSV projects, ensuring effective validation processes, and supporting quality management systems to enhance operational integrity and audit readiness...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $210K *

Shape the future of Data & AI by defining strategy, overseeing delivery, and driving innovation. Lead a global team to modernize data platforms, ensure governance, and foster client relationships whil...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Shape the future of data and AI by defining strategy, driving innovation, and managing global teams to deliver impactful solutions that enhance client outcomes and support business growth...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Support enterprise infrastructure platforms to enhance business applications and digital services. Drive system stability, performance, and automation for operational continuity and platform reliabili...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion the administration of enterprise Microsoft Power Platform, ensuring optimal performance, security, and governance. Drive automation and efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional te...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to administering and governing enterprise Microsoft Power Platform environments, ensuring security, performance, and operational continuity across cloud and on-premise inf...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion the administration of enterprise Microsoft Power Platform, ensuring optimal performance, security, and governance. Drive automation and operational efficiency while collaborating with cross-f...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of enterprise Microsoft Power Platform governance, ensuring optimal performance, security, and compliance. Drive automation and operational efficiency while collaborating with cross-fun...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of enterprise infrastructure by managing Microsoft Power Platform environments. Drive operational efficiency and ensure platform reliability through automation, monitoring, and collab...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of enterprise infrastructure by managing Microsoft Power Platform environments, ensuring security, performance, and operational continuity while driving automation and efficiency acro...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $279K *

Empower government sector success by identifying sales opportunities and leveraging legal tech expertise. Join a dynamic team to boost revenue through strategic outreach and relationship building whil...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Help us shape the future of data and analytics by leading the design of innovative platforms. This role requires hands-on architecture expertise in Microsoft Fabric, guiding teams from discovery to de...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $168K *

Shape the future of data governance by driving strategies that enhance data quality, accountability, and collaboration across investment management processes and technology. Foster strong partnerships...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$172K - $202K *

Lead the charge in delivering expert guidance on identity and access management technologies, focusing on architecting solutions and producing actionable research to enhance client performance and sec...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $150K *

Lead the hands-on transformation of an enterprise data platform, ensuring compliance and correctness throughout the data workflow from ingestion to consumption, while mentoring junior engineers and su...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform public health data management by collaborating with teams to enhance infectious disease surveillance across the Department of Defense. Utilize data science and analytical skills to drive str...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$242K - $363K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic governance and portfolio management initiatives within a dynamic organization. Drive alignment, optimize investments, and foster a culture of accountability while...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.