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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$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by advancing enterprise privacy initiatives, embedding compliance across data and technology, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement scalable privacy controls a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Lead the design and governance of enterprise data architecture to enhance business intelligence, analytics, and digital transformation. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data alignment with stra...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $165K *

Innovate compliance practices at the intersection of consumer branding and regulatory excellence, ensuring fast, customer-friendly experiences within a highly regulated life and annuity landscape...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Manage and optimize TMF processes to ensure compliance and readiness for inspections. Collaborate with study teams to enhance document management practices while providing expert guidance and training...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$149K - $189K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise data and AI architecture initiatives, aligning technical solutions with client strategies to drive measurable business outcomes and accelerate digital transforma...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $189K *

Reimagine enterprise data and AI solutions as a strategic leader, driving architecture and modernization initiatives that align with client goals and industry best practices, while fostering innovatio...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $189K *

Shape enterprise data and AI solutions by leading architecture and modernization initiatives that align with client strategies, ensuring secure, scalable, and high-performing platforms that drive meas...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $189K *

Lead the charge in architecting enterprise data and AI solutions that drive business transformation. Collaborate with clients to modernize data platforms, ensuring secure, scalable, and high-performin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $189K *

Optimize enterprise data and AI solutions, driving architecture and strategy to enhance business outcomes. Lead modernization initiatives, ensuring secure, scalable platforms while mentoring teams and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $189K *

Transform enterprise data and AI solutions by leading architecture and modernization initiatives that align with business strategies, ensuring secure, scalable, and high-performing outcomes tailored t...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $189K *

Shape enterprise data and AI solutions by leading architecture and modernization initiatives that drive business strategy and deliver measurable outcomes. Collaborate with clients to create scalable...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$138K - $164K *

Shape enterprise data and AI solutions by leading architecture and modernization initiatives. Collaborate with clients to drive digital transformation, ensuring scalable, secure platforms that deliver...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $189K *

Explore the forefront of data and AI architecture, leading enterprise solutions that drive business transformation. Collaborate with clients to design scalable, secure platforms, ensuring alignment wi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $177K *

Build enterprise data and AI solutions that drive business strategy and transformation. Lead architecture design, align technical decisions with client needs, and mentor teams to deliver scalable, hig...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$159K - $202K *

Transform enterprise data and AI architecture by aligning technical solutions with business strategies, driving modernization initiatives, and delivering high-performing, scalable solutions tailored t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $189K *

Champion innovative data and AI solutions, driving enterprise architecture and modernization. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure platforms that align with business strategies and...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $189K *

Elevate your career by leading enterprise data and AI architecture initiatives. Drive modernization and digital transformation, aligning technical solutions with business strategies to deliver impactf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$159K - $202K *

Lead enterprise data and AI architecture initiatives, transforming complex business needs into actionable solutions. Drive modernization and governance across platforms, ensuring alignment with client...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $189K *

Drive enterprise data and AI architecture, aligning technical solutions with client strategies to deliver scalable, high-performing platforms. Lead modernization initiatives and mentor teams to transf...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $189K *

Transform enterprise data and AI solutions by leading architecture and modernization initiatives. Collaborate with clients to create scalable, secure platforms that drive measurable business outcomes...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $189K *

Transform enterprise data and AI solutions by leading architecture and modernization initiatives. Collaborate with clients to align technical strategies with business goals, ensuring scalable, secure...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $177K *

Champion enterprise data and AI architecture, aligning technical solutions with client strategies to drive modernization and deliver measurable business outcomes through innovative data platforms and...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $189K *

Shape the future of enterprise data and AI solutions by leading architecture and modernization initiatives that align with client strategies, ensuring secure, scalable, and high-performing platforms t...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$138K - $164K *

Shape the future of enterprise data and AI solutions by leading architecture and modernization initiatives that align with client strategies, driving measurable business outcomes through innovative, s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$73K - $109K *

Drive excellence in Governance, Risk, and Compliance programs by collaborating across departments to enhance cybersecurity standards and ensure robust risk management processes aligned with industry f...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.