Director Data Governance

Hilton; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incredible travel perks

Stock purchase program (ESPP)

Paid parental leave

Mental health resources

Generous PTO

Health & welfare benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Hilton is seeking a Director of Enterprise Data Governance to guide the governance strategy and operating model for corporate data, including metadata, quality, privacy, and AI readiness. The role is hybrid with three days in a Hilton U.S.

office location (McLean, VA; Dallas, TX; or Memphis, TN) and collaboration across business, architecture, privacy, security, and legal. You will partner with data stewards and analytics teams to establish governance standards, data access controls, and

Qualifications

• Ten (10) years of experience in technology, data management, analytics, or a related discipline.
• Five (5) years of experience in enterprise data governance, data quality, metadata management, data stewardship, and governance operating models.
• Experience leading enterprise‑wide data governance and data quality programs supporting AI, reporting, and business transformation across multiple departments.
• Hybrid role requiring three days per week in one of Hilton's U.S. office locations (McLean, VA; Dallas, TX; or Memphis, TN).

Responsibilities

• Lead Enterprise Data & AI Governance Strategy by building the governance roadmap, operating model, and priorities that support trusted data, analytics, AI, and outcomes.
• Promote Governance Execution by partnering with business, architecture, engineering, privacy, security, legal, and risk teams to establish stewardship, accountability, and governance across Hilton's critical data assets.
• Modernize Governance Through Automation by advocating metadata‑driven governance, policy‑as‑code, and Shift‑Left governance controls into cloud platforms, data products, and engineering delivery pipelines.
• Ensure Trusted, Compliant, and AI‑Ready Data by overseeing data quality, metadata, privacy, regulatory compliance, and enterprise knowledge assets that promote responsible AI, intelligent automation, and scalable data reuse.
• Deliver enterprise data governance programs, including metadata management, data catalog capabilities, and data access governance.

Skills

Enterprise Data Governance

Metadata Management

Data Quality

Data Stewardship

AI Governance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

This role is based at one of our corporate offices in McLean, VA, Dallas, TX, or Memphis, TN. This is your chance to be a part of an in‑house Technology team that’s creating consumer‑facing, modern technologies improving the hospitality industry around the world! As a Director Enterprise Data Governance

Job Description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

you will bring your technical skills to a hospitality company with an award‑winning culture. On the Enterprise Data Architecture & Governance team, you will report to the Senior Director, Enterprise Data Architecture & Governance. You will support projects, including leading the enterprise data governance strategy and operating model. This model will span metadata management, data quality, stewardship, AI governance, privacy, and regulatory compliance.

What You'll Do During a Typical Day

• Lead Enterprise Data & AI Governance Strategy by building the governance roadmap, operating model, and priorities that support trusted data, analytics, AI, and outcomes.
• Promote Governance Execution by partnering with business, architecture, engineering, privacy, security, legal, and risk teams to establish stewardship, accountability, and governance across Hilton's critical data assets.
• Modernize Governance Through Automation by advocating metadata‑driven governance, policy‑as‑code, and Shift‑Left governance controls into cloud platforms, data products, and engineering delivery pipelines.
• Ensure Trusted, Compliant, and AI‑Ready Data by overseeing data quality, metadata, privacy, regulatory compliance, and enterprise knowledge assets that promote responsible AI, intelligent automation, and scalable data reuse.

How You'll Collaborate With Others

• Partner with Business, Data Stewards, Analytics, Enterprise Architecture, Information Security, Privacy, Legal, and Technology teams to develop governance standards.
• Align with senior leaders across the organization to establish priorities, gain support for data governance programs, and increase adoption of enterprise data practices.
• Work with teams to develop governance solutions that balance needs, compliance requirements, and data accessibility.

Deliverables You'll Take Ownership Of

• Enterprise data governance programs, including metadata management, business glossary development, data catalog capabilities, and data access governance.
• Governance frameworks and operating models that support taxonomy management, data stewardship, and data management practices across Hilton.
• Deliver measurable improvements in data governance, data quality, metadata, stewardship, compliance, and AI readiness through enterprise governance measurements.

What It Takes to Make the Stay

You Have These Minimum Qualifications

• Ten (10) years of experience in technology, data management, analytics, or a related discipline.
• Five (5) years of experience in enterprise data governance, data quality, metadata management, data stewardship, and governance operating models.
• Experience leading enterprise‑wide data governance and data quality programs supporting AI, reporting, and business transformation across multiple departments.
• Hybrid role requiring three days per week in one of Hilton's U.S. office locations (McLean, VA; Dallas, TX; or Memphis, TN).

It Would Be Useful If You Have

• Bachelor's Degree, or Associate's Degree plus 6+ years of Technology related experience, or High School Degree/GED plus 12+ years of Technology related experience

How We'll Help You Thrive

Benefits

At Hilton, the hospitality we're known for doesn't end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members' wellbeing, supporting you through all of life's moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world‑class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best‑in‑class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
• Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
• Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what's next
• Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member's location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.

Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package to support their mental and physical well‑being, so they can Thrive personally and professionally. The pay range for this role is $160,000 – $210,000 and is determined based on applicable and specialized experience and location. Subject to plan terms and conditions, you will be eligible to participate in the Hilton Annual Incentive (Bonus) Plan, and the Company's long‑term incentive plan, consistent with other team members at the same level and/or position within the Company.

About Us

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests— we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Join an Award‑Winning Workplace Culture

Our award‑winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world‑class brands , and a company‑wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.