Senior Data Governance Specialist
Data Ideology
At DI, we provide Data & Analytics expertise to drive measurable business outcomes, often solving complex business problems for our clients. Our data analytics advisory services enable our customers to transform data into insights by driving a culture of empowerment and ownership of results. Our team consists of highly motivated individuals passionate about learning, understanding, collaborating, and intellectually curious. For more information about Data Ideology, visit www.dataideology.com
Senior Data Governance Specialist - Full-time
The Senior Data Governance Specialist will support the design and implementation of data governance strategies that emphasize data ownership, quality, and lifecycle management. This role plays a key part in building a strong foundation for organizational data analytics by ensuring data is reliable, accessible, and well-managed.
This is a hands-on, cross-functional role working closely with both business and technical stakeholders to operationalize data governance practices across the organization.
Responsibilities
To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.
Facilitate stakeholder meetings, workshops, and working sessions to gather requirements and support governance initiatives
Assess how data is stored, used, and managed across systems, files, and spreadsheets
Develop and implement data classification frameworks (e.g., Public, Internal, Confidential, Restricted)
Define and document data handling guidelines, including access, storage, and sharing protocols
Contribute to data lifecycle management policies, including retention and deletion standards
Help establish and support data ownership and stewardship roles across the organization
Identify and mitigate common data risks such as duplication, inconsistent definitions, and uncontrolled sharing
Support development and execution of phased data governance roadmaps
Create documentation, policies, and training materials to support adoption
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent and high-quality implementation of governance practices
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
5+ years of experience in data governance, data quality, or data management
Working knowledge of data governance frameworks and data lifecycle management
Experience supporting governance initiatives such as classification, ownership, and policy development
Ability to work with both business and technical stakeholders
Strong communication and facilitation skills
Experience developing documentation such as policies, standards, and process guides
Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Data Science, Business Administration, or a related field
Work Environment:
Remote work from home.
Hours of work and days are generally Monday through Friday. Specific business hours will depend on client needs.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
The person in this position must occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, library stacks, office machinery, etc.
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and printer.
The person in this position frequently communicates with clients and coworkers. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Benefits:
Flexible Time Off Policy
Eligibility for Health Benefits
Retirement Plan
Training and Certification Reimbursement
Utilization Based Incentive Program
Commission Incentive Program
Referral Bonuses
Work from Home
Data Ideology is an EEO Employer
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At DI, we provide Data & Analytics expertise to drive measurable business outcomes, often solving complex business problems for our clients. Our data analytics advisory services enable our customers to transform data into insights by driving a culture of empowerment and ownership of results. Our team consists of highly motivated individuals passionate about learning, understanding, collaborating, and intellectually curious. For more information about Data Ideology, visit www.dataideology.com
Senior Data Governance Specialist - Full-time
The Senior Data Governance Specialist will support the design and implementation of data governance strategies that emphasize data ownership, quality, and lifecycle management. This role plays a key part in building a strong foundation for organizational data analytics by ensuring data is reliable, accessible, and well-managed.
This is a hands-on, cross-functional role working closely with both business and technical stakeholders to operationalize data governance practices across the organization.
Responsibilities
To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.
Facilitate stakeholder meetings, workshops, and working sessions to gather requirements and support governance initiatives
Assess how data is stored, used, and managed across systems, files, and spreadsheets
Develop and implement data classification frameworks (e.g., Public, Internal, Confidential, Restricted)
Define and document data handling guidelines, including access, storage, and sharing protocols
Contribute to data lifecycle management policies, including retention and deletion standards
Help establish and support data ownership and stewardship roles across the organization
Identify and mitigate common data risks such as duplication, inconsistent definitions, and uncontrolled sharing
Support development and execution of phased data governance roadmaps
Create documentation, policies, and training materials to support adoption
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent and high-quality implementation of governance practices
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
5+ years of experience in data governance, data quality, or data management
Working knowledge of data governance frameworks and data lifecycle management
Experience supporting governance initiatives such as classification, ownership, and policy development
Ability to work with both business and technical stakeholders
Strong communication and facilitation skills
Experience developing documentation such as policies, standards, and process guides
Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Data Science, Business Administration, or a related field
Work Environment:
Remote work from home.
Hours of work and days are generally Monday through Friday. Specific business hours will depend on client needs.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
The person in this position must occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, library stacks, office machinery, etc.
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and printer.
The person in this position frequently communicates with clients and coworkers. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Benefits:
Flexible Time Off Policy
Eligibility for Health Benefits
Retirement Plan
Training and Certification Reimbursement
Utilization Based Incentive Program
Commission Incentive Program
Referral Bonuses
Work from Home
Data Ideology is an EEO Employer
Apply To This Job