We are seeking an experienced Data Governance Specialist to establish, implement, and manage enterprise-wide data governance frameworks, policies, standards, and processes. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring data quality, data stewardship, compliance, security, and regulatory adherence across the organization's data landscape.
The role requires close collaboration with business stakeholders, data owners, data stewards, architects, and technology teams to drive data governance initiatives that support business objectives and enable trusted, secure, and well-managed data assets.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Define and implement enterprise Data Governance strategies, frameworks, and operating models.
- Establish and maintain data policies, standards, guidelines, and best practices.
- Drive Data Quality Management initiatives, including monitoring, profiling, cleansing, and remediation activities.
- Develop and maintain Data Catalogs, Business Glossaries, and Metadata Management processes.
- Define Data Ownership, Data Stewardship, and Data Custodian responsibilities across business functions.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards related to data management and privacy.
- Collaborate with business and technical teams to improve data consistency, accuracy, integrity, and lineage.
- Lead Data Governance Council meetings and governance reviews.
- Implement and monitor data governance KPIs, metrics, and reporting dashboards.
- Support master data management (MDM) initiatives.
- Conduct data governance maturity assessments and recommend continuous improvement opportunities.
- Manage data risk, security, retention, and compliance requirements.
- Support enterprise data transformation, analytics, AI/ML, and cloud migration initiatives.
Qualifications
Required Technical Skills
Data Governance
- Data Governance Frameworks
- Data Stewardship
- Data Ownership Models
- Data Quality Management
- Data Lineage
- Metadata Management
- Business Glossary Management
- Data Lifecycle Management
- Master Data Management (MDM)
Data Governance Tools
Experience with one or more of the following:
- Microsoft Purview
- Collibra
- Informatica Data Governance
- Alation
- IBM InfoSphere
- Talend Data Quality
- SAP Information Steward
Data Management
- Data Cataloging
- Data Classification
- Data Profiling
- Data Quality Assessment
- Data Mapping
- Reference Data Management
Cloud & Data Platforms
- Microsoft Azure
- Microsoft Fabric
- AWS
- GCP
- Data Warehouses and Data Lakes
Analytics & Reporting
- SQL
- Power BI
- Excel
- Data Governance Dashboards
Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge
Strong understanding of:
- GDPR
- CCPA
- Data Privacy Regulations
- Information Security Standards
- Data Retention Policies
- Enterprise Risk Management
- Regulatory Compliance Frameworks
Required Experience
- 6–10 years of overall experience in Data Management, Data Governance, Data Quality, or related domains.
- Hands-on experience implementing Data Governance programs in large enterprises.
- Experience working with Data Governance tools such as Purview, Collibra, or Informatica.
- Experience in metadata management, data cataloging, and data quality initiatives.
- Strong understanding of Data Lineage, Data Stewardship, and Governance operating models.
- Experience collaborating with business, risk, compliance, and technology stakeholders.
- Knowledge of cloud-based data ecosystems.
Educational Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Management, Engineering, or related field.
- Master's degree preferred.
Preferred Certifications
- DCAM (Data Management Capability Assessment Model)
- CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional)
- Microsoft Purview Certification
- Collibra Ranger Certification
- DAMA Data Governance Certification
- Azure Fundamentals / Azure Data Certifications
Soft Skills
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive governance adoption.
- Strong documentation and policy-development skills.
- Leadership and facilitation skills for governance councils and steering committees.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
DE&A - Core - Data Governance - Alation employer: Zensar Technologies
Zensar Technologies is an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking to make a significant impact in global transformation initiatives. With a strong commitment to employee growth, Zensar offers extensive training and development opportunities, ensuring that team members can advance their careers while working on cutting-edge Salesforce CRM modernization projects. Located in the vibrant UK tech landscape, employees benefit from a dynamic work environment that encourages creativity and teamwork.
