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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$200K - $260K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise network architecture. Lead a diverse engineering team to ensure operational readiness and compliance for mission-critical systems, driving moderniza...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $270K *

Take ownership of security architecture for identity resilience platforms, ensuring robust threat modeling, recovery trust criteria, and incident-response integration across enterprise identity provid...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $192K *

Engineer trusted, reusable data products by transforming architectural designs and business requirements into production-grade solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Execute project development and implementation, managing budgets, schedules, and vendor tasks while ensuring quality standards and fostering collaboration across teams and clients...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower innovation by leading data engineering efforts, designing robust solutions, and collaborating with clients to modernize databases and optimize data pipelines using cutting-edge technologies in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $221K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making by designing and maintaining robust data systems. Lead the development of scalable pipelines and relational databases, ensuring secure data flow and integration for...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $170K *

Lead the strategy and delivery of enterprise-scale Generative AI solutions, collaborating with client executives and cross-functional teams to drive impactful AI initiatives and foster innovation in a...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Transform enterprise architecture by leading strategic initiatives, integrating healthcare and financial systems, and developing scalable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of enterprise architecture by leading strategic initiatives, translating business goals into scalable solutions, and guiding cross-functional teams in integrating complex healthcare a...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform enterprise architecture by leading strategic initiatives, integrating healthcare and financial systems, and developing scalable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Develop scalable technical architectures by translating business objectives into actionable strategies. Lead cross-functional teams in designing solutions for healthcare and financial systems, ensurin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize credit management processes by analyzing complex entities, supporting credit requests, and advising on regulatory implications to enhance business relationships and achieve strategic objectiv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $258K *

Champion the transformation of content management and CRM capabilities, leading a high-performing team to enhance digital asset governance and optimize content discoverability for global engagement ac...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $190K *

Transform your career by leading cloud architecture and data interoperability initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance security and compliance for federal healthcare environments while d...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $153K *

Drive impactful data solutions by leveraging analytics and visualization tools. Collaborate with clients to enhance decision-making processes and optimize workflows, ensuring data-driven insights alig...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $163K *

Elevate data governance and analytical practices by leveraging insights and technology to enhance operations within a key public diplomacy office, driving data-informed decision-making and effective s...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $165K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security operations by managing personnel, physical, and industrial security programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and responsiveness to operational demand...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $165K *

Champion security excellence by managing personnel, physical, and industrial security programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and responsiveness, enhancing operational effectiveness in a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $121K *

Transform creative compliance by managing rights and documentation for all assets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure legal and brand standards are met while safeguarding intellectual p...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of data engineering by designing robust data pipelines and analytics platforms. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize data architecture, support AI initiatives, and ensure scalab...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing a skilled data engineering team, ensuring quality workflows and establishing data standards. Drive innovative solutions for efficient data ingestion and delivery across ent...

Harrisburg, PARemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $122K *

Empower cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards while optimizing operational processes and controls, promoting best practices across the organization for enhanced supervi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $122K *

Unlock potential by leading regulatory compliance initiatives and ensuring robust oversight across operations. This role drives implementation, evaluates processes, and fosters cross-functional collab...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$166K - $224K *

Engage in critical information system security engineering, ensuring robust security integration throughout system lifecycles. Collaborate with teams to implement best practices and support Department...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of data-driven decision-making by leading transformative consulting projects that connect innovative technologies with organizational strategies to deliver actionable insights and sup...

4 weeks ago

  •   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.