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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$130K - $174K *

Transform the future of data engineering by building scalable data pipelines and AI solutions on Microsoft Azure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences and drive busi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $218K *

Champion the design and optimization of enterprise-level identity resolution solutions, ensuring a unified customer view across data touchpoints. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data quality...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $200K *

Support the responsible deployment of AI technologies by assessing and mitigating risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, develop governance policies, and communicate insi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $200K *

Transform AI governance by evaluating risks and ensuring compliance while collaborating cross-functionally to foster responsible AI usage and oversight across the organization...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $200K *

Unlock the potential of AI governance by evaluating risks and compliance while fostering responsible AI practices. Partner across functions to ensure ethical use of AI technologies, driving oversight...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $200K *

Drive AI governance by assessing and mitigating risks associated with AI technologies, ensuring compliance and ethical use while collaborating across functions to support responsible AI implementation...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $200K *

Grow your career with a key role in assessing AI governance risks, mitigating potential issues, and ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines and regulatory standards across technology, cybersecurit...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Drive compliance excellence by integrating federal security frameworks into Google Cloud environments. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure security is embedded in system design, while navigat...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive organizational excellence by leading the enterprise-wide Governance, Risk & Compliance program, fostering a culture of accountability and transparency while ensuring alignment with regulatory ob...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$64K - $128K *

Elevate your career by driving compliance initiatives and supporting regulatory standards. Collaborate with a high-performing team to manage compliance processes, audits, and training while enhancing...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $128K *

Contribute to the compliance initiatives while managing regulatory reviews, ensuring adherence to multiple securities laws, and supporting audits for investment advisers and broker-dealers...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $128K *

Transform compliance initiatives by managing regulatory processes, guiding training, and ensuring adherence to investment guidelines. Collaborate with investment experts to uphold standards while fost...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $128K *

Support compliance programs and initiatives, manage complex regulatory reviews, and collaborate with teams to ensure adherence to investment guidelines and securities laws, enhancing the organization...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $163K *

Lead impactful projects focusing on hybrid cloud, cybersecurity, and Zero Trust. Oversee diverse teams to enhance security and operational effectiveness, aligning initiatives with strategic goals and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform data into actionable insights by analyzing congressional and legislative information. Collaborate with leadership to ensure data accuracy and support strategic decision-making through compre...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock the power of data by designing intuitive visualizations that transform complex datasets into actionable insights for executive leadership and stakeholders, enhancing decision-making and strateg...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining data architecture and engineering in a modern Azure Lakehouse environment, integrating diverse enterprise systems to deliver scalable, trusted data solutions that empower...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing a modern Azure-based data platform, integrating diverse enterprise systems. This hands-on role combines architecture and engineering to deliver scalable...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to financial management and process improvement for federal clients, guiding audit remediation and risk assessments while collaborating with senior leadership to enhance internal controls a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Join us to enhance cybersecurity for federal facilities by documenting and assessing security measures. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure compliance and maintain operational integrity throug...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $178K *

Join a team that's central to managing complex eDiscovery projects, providing expert consultation and innovative strategies throughout the discovery lifecycle to ensure efficient and defensible legal...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform freight movement data into insights by developing and maintaining robust data pipelines using Python, SQL, and AWS services. Collaborate across teams to drive innovations in analytics and ma...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$82K - $193K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing advanced controls and localization algorithms for unmanned ground vehicles. Collaborate with engineers to validate solutions, model systems, and document fi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $175K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing AI-powered solutions, leveraging Azure AI services and GenAI technologies. Collaborate with clients to translate needs into successful, scalable AI strate...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$117K - $184K *

Transform data engineering and analytics to enhance technical operations and business performance. Collaborate across teams to improve data access and usability, delivering scalable solutions that sup...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.