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.

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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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$70K - $205K *

Transform data governance practices by operationalizing frameworks and building stewardship processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data integrity and compliance, facilitating a culture of...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$66K - $205K *

Lead the design and operationalization of data governance frameworks, ensuring trusted data management. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement governance models that enhance analytics and AI capab...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$63K - $177K *

Transform enterprise data governance by operationalizing frameworks, establishing stewardship processes, and driving governance tooling adoption. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure trusted data f...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $189K *

Unlock potential by implementing robust data governance frameworks. Collaborate with stakeholders to create and operationalize models that ensure trusted data management, enhancing analytics and AI re...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$59K - $177K *

Empower effective data governance by designing and operationalizing frameworks. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement processes and tooling, ensuring trust in data for analytics and compliance wi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Unlock potential by transforming data governance frameworks into trusted resources for analytics and AI. Engage with stakeholders to develop stewardship processes, enforce policies, and optimize gover...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Unlock potential by executing enterprise data governance frameworks and operationalizing data strategies. Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to enhance data stewardship and complian...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$63K - $177K *

Help us design and operationalize data governance frameworks that ensure trusted data management across the enterprise, collaborating with stakeholders to transform data strategy into actionable gover...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$66K - $205K *

Join a team that's redefining data governance by operationalizing frameworks and ensuring data integrity. Collaborate with stakeholders to create trusted data assets ready for analytics and AI while m...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$63K - $177K *

Drive data governance excellence by operationalizing frameworks and aligning with stakeholders to ensure data integrity and readiness for analytics and AI, fostering a culture of trusted data stewards...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$59K - $164K *

Shape enterprise data governance frameworks to ensure trusted, well-managed data. Collaborate with business and tech stakeholders to operationalize governance models and implement tooling for effectiv...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$63K - $177K *

Shape the future of data governance by operationalizing frameworks and ensuring trusted data for analytics. Collaborate with stakeholders to build effective stewardship processes and implement governa...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$63K - $177K *

Lead the charge in executing data governance frameworks to enhance data integrity and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to operationalize models and implement tooling that ensures tr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$63K - $177K *

Innovate data governance frameworks, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure the design and operationalization of trusted data processes for analytics and AI. Drive the adoption of governance tools...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$68K - $205K *

Collaborate to design and operationalize enterprise data governance frameworks. Focus on building stewardship processes and data policies while partnering with stakeholders to ensure trusted data for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$59K - $177K *

Lead the charge in developing and operationalizing data governance frameworks to ensure trusted, well-managed data for analytics and AI. Collaborate with stakeholders to define policies and implement...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Lead the charge in designing and operationalizing enterprise data governance frameworks. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure trusted data management, compliance, and enablement for analytics and A...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Drive the operationalization of data governance frameworks to ensure trusted, well-managed data. Collaborate with stakeholders to create actionable models and configure governance tools, aligning comp...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $189K *

Shape the future of data governance by designing and operationalizing frameworks that ensure trusted data management and analytical readiness while collaborating with business and technology stakehold...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$59K - $164K *

Execute data governance strategies that promote data stewardship and compliance. Collaborate with diverse teams to create actionable frameworks, implement governance tools, and ensure trust in data fo...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$66K - $205K *

Reimagine data governance! Lead the design and execution of enterprise frameworks, ensuring data integrity for analytics and AI. Collaborate with stakeholders to operationalize strategies and build tr...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Unlock potential by designing and operationalizing data governance frameworks, ensuring data integrity, and enabling analytics & AI. Collaborate with stakeholders to build effective governance process...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $205K *

Unlock the potential of data governance by designing and operationalizing frameworks that enhance data quality and compliance. Collaborate with business and tech leaders to transform data strategy int...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$63K - $177K *

Optimize data governance processes by operationalizing frameworks and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure data quality, compliance, and readiness for analytics and AI. Enhance stewardship and po...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$66K - $205K *

Help us shape the future of data governance by designing and operationalizing frameworks that ensure trusted data is well-managed for analytics and AI. Collaborate with stakeholders to turn strategies...

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  •   Less than 5 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.