Data Governance Lead

TechDigital Group; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A data governance firm in the United States is seeking a skilled professional to collaborate with data domain owners, manage governance tools, and lead governance initiatives. You will define and implement methodologies, conduct data analysis, and publish success stories. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data governance and excellent communication skills, driving initiatives to completion.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in data governance, data management, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, methodologies, and best practices.
• Experience working with data domain owners and technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with data domain owners on governance initiatives.
• Lead and facilitate data governance forums and groups.
• Conduct hands-on data analysis.

Skills

Data governance experience

Communication skills

Data management knowledge

Stakeholder management

Leadership in forums

Job description

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with data domain owners to identify, document, and prioritize key initiatives in the data governance backlog.
• Work closely with architects, domain owners, and other stakeholders to align on data governance practices.
• Ensure successful implementation of data governance initiatives by coordinating with delivery teams.
• Define, implement, and maintain data governance frameworks and methodologies.
• Lead and facilitate data governance forums and working groups.
• Conduct hands-on data analysis and produce comprehensive documentation.
• Document and publish success stories and case studies to promote data governance achievements.
• Act as a product owner for data governance tools and platforms, managing requirements and roadmaps.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in data governance, data management, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, methodologies, and best practices.
• Experience working with data domain owners, architects, and technical teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in leading forums and publishing success stories.
• Ability to work independently and drive initiatives to completion.

Deliverables

• Documented data governance methodology and models.
• Prioritized backlog of data governance initiatives.
• Resolution plans for identified data issues.
• Implementation tracking reports and status updates.
• Published success stories and case studies.
• Meeting minutes and action items from governance forums.