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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$140K - $165K *

Elevate your career by providing critical database support and modernization services. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement security measures, coordinate data changes, and ensure accurate report...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $141K *

Innovate data solutions by building and maintaining robust pipelines that enhance healthcare data products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and reliability in data delivery...

Framingham, MARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $100K *

Unlock potential by bridging business and technology in banking data analytics. Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements for cloud-based data solutions, ensuring effective migration and mo...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize the software development lifecycle, providing user support and consulting on complex software solutions while managing critical projects with autonomy and expertise...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $103K *

Empower your career by leading proposal content development and management. Drive strategic pursuits through expert writing, content governance, and innovative AI practices, ensuring high-quality subm...

Markham, ONIn-Person

Today

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

$82K - $103K *

Unlock potential by leading proposal content development and management. Drive strategic pursuits through expert writing, SME collaboration, and innovative content governance, while enhancing efficien...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Today

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

$82K - $103K *

Lead the development and management of proposal content, enhancing strategic pursuits through expert writing, SME collaboration, and innovative content governance. Drive efficiency with AI tools while...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Today

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

$82K - $103K *

Drive the development and management of proposal content, enhancing strategic pursuits through expert writing, SME collaboration, and innovative content governance. Lead initiatives in AI-enabled cont...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

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

$137K - $220K *

Elevate your career by driving global regulatory strategies and practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and efficiency in labeling and registration processes, while lev...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Champion compliance by managing day-to-day cybersecurity programs, ensuring adherence to NIST SP 800-171 standards, and bridging legal and technical teams to maintain security obligations and risk man...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $157K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge naval training systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance DevSecOps practices, streamline cloud environments, and deliver high-quality solutions for...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $157K *

Optimize security integration within DevOps processes for a major Air Force program. Collaborate with teams to enhance software security, conduct assessments, and mentor junior members, all while adva...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $157K *

Drive the integration of security practices into DevOps for a major Air Force program, enhancing software development lifecycle security. Collaborate with teams to implement tools and processes, ensur...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $157K *

Lead the integration of security practices into DevOps for a major Air Force program. Enhance security measures, conduct assessments, and collaborate with teams to ensure secure software development i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $157K *

Empower the integration of security within DevOps processes, enhancing software development for a major Air Force program. Collaborate with teams to implement security measures, conduct assessments, a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$69K - $125K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced naval training systems, enhancing DevSecOps practices, and optimizing cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality solutions for U.S. Navy...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$69K - $125K *

Optimize and secure the CI/CD infrastructure for advanced sensor applications, enhancing automation, compliance, and deployment reliability while collaborating across engineering disciplines to stream...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by enhancing cybersecurity operations through proactive threat detection, incident response, and risk assessment. Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to strengthen se...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$96K - $120K *

Transform business technology solutions by leading cross-functional teams, managing complex workflows, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective communication and project management...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$96K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in business technology solutions. You'll manage complex workflows, collaborate across departments, and ensure client needs are met through effective project manag...

Markham, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$96K - $120K *

Transform your career by managing complex technology solutions across multiple business units. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, drive project initiatives, and enhance operational...

North York, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$96K - $120K *

Contribute to the management of complex technology solutions across multiple business units, ensuring alignment with client needs and facilitating effective communication between stakeholders to drive...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$96K - $120K *

Drive cross-functional technology solutions by managing complex workflows, collaborating with business units, and ensuring client needs are met through effective project management and innovative auto...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$108K - $201K *

Drive compliance and risk management initiatives across IT/OT services, ensuring adherence to security standards and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with teams to enhance governance programs and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $142K *

Innovate enterprise-grade data platforms by designing, building, and operating reliable cloud solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data accessibility and quality, while enabling advance...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.