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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing client integrations by managing projects, overseeing onboarding activities, and delivering tailored solutions that enhance operational readiness and client satisfaction f...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$169K - $229K *

Lead the transformation of our DevSecOps environment, driving modernization and secure software delivery across diverse applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish a unified str...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $207K *

Join a team that's transforming data into impactful solutions. Leverage your expertise in data engineering, AI technologies, and database management to drive innovation and enhance mission outcomes in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $214K *

Shape enterprise data architectures by leveraging your expertise in Databricks and modern cloud platforms. Collaborate with clients to design scalable solutions that drive analytics, AI/ML, and data g...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving strategic transformation through governance and orchestration. You'll connect enterprise architecture with execution, fostering alignment and collaboration across initiative...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Engage with us to develop and optimize ETL/ELT workflows, ensuring data quality and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate data requirements into effective solutions, drivin...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Manage and optimize the support and performance of a data warehouse environment, ensuring data accuracy and reliability for critical business reporting. Lead a team to enhance operations and drive con...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the stability and performance of our Data Warehouse environment, bridging technical operations with business needs to deliver accurate and timely data for crit...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Empower clients by delivering leading expertise in Data Analytics and AI. Collaborate with stakeholders from various levels to guide strategic technology adoption, ensuring alignment with business out...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $120K *

Help us unlock potential by providing proactive IT support to end-users, troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues to drive productivity. Collaborate in a hybrid role that fosters teamwor...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Help us enhance security governance by managing compliance requests, assessing security controls, and collaborating with teams for effective risk management. Strengthen your cybersecurity expertise an...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Champion the strategy for clinical data acquisition, ensuring quality and relevance. Lead cross-functional collaboration to define data standards and influence product development, while serving as th...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $121K *

Drive the enhancement of the control environment within Software Development and Application Management Lifecycles, collaborating with stakeholders to identify risks, assess controls, and support reme...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $259K *

Lead the charge in enterprise-wide data warehousing, navigating design and development across multiple units. Drive data governance and AI initiatives while ensuring security compliance and operationa...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $218K *

Develop robust data pipelines and solutions, ensuring data integrity and flow. Collaborate with teams to optimize data architecture and leverage Azure technologies for effective data management and an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $240K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cloud automation by designing, building, and maintaining scalable infrastructure across AWS and Azure. Leverage your expertise in Infrastructure as Code to enha...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $168K *

Transform the landscape of Retail Media and AdTech by building and integrating innovative data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance audience activation, attribution, and analy...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $157K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leading analytics initiatives and product management for financial modernization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance audit readiness and opti...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower client success as you manage implementations of our solution suite, acting as the primary contact and project manager throughout the onboarding process. Drive progress, collaborate effectively...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$221K - $365K *

Shape the future of governance, risk, and compliance by leading strategic initiatives that drive secure growth and optimize operational excellence across the organization, ensuring effective risk mana...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$100K - $150K *

Transform security operations by managing the security toolchain and ensuring PCI compliance. Collaborate with teams to execute access reviews and respond to incidents, while maintaining a strong focu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $150K *

Join the team to enhance security measures and ensure compliance. You'll manage security tools and access reviews, while driving PCI compliance and incident response initiatives, ensuring the organiza...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$65K - $118K *

Join us to shape the future of eDiscovery and litigation support, ensuring compliance and security across classified environments. Leverage your expertise in data management and incident response to d...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$65K - $118K *

Transform your career by managing eDiscovery and secure data archival in classified environments. Collaborate with legal teams, ensure compliance, and oversee incident response to protect sensitive in...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$65K - $118K *

Shape the future of legal discovery and data security by managing eDiscovery processes, responding to electronic spillages, and supporting litigation efforts in secure environments. Collaborate with s...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical 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.