On behalf of our client, a $3B North American IT consulting services company, we are seeking a Data Governance Specialist. This position is based in Columbus, OH. No travel. Compensation range is $110,000 to $120,000.
You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining robust data governance frameworks, including the creation of data dictionaries, glossaries, catalogs, and lineage mapping. You will play a critical role in ensuring the quality, integrity, and accessibility of data assets, working closely with both technical teams and business stakeholders to align data management with strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain comprehensive data dictionaries, business glossaries, data catalogs, and data lineage documentation.
- Execute and support data cleansing initiatives to improve data quality across systems.
- Translate complex business data requirements into structured data standards, policies, and workflows.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and enforce data governance policies.
- Support the development and execution of enterprise-wide data strategies.
- Conduct data analysis and generate reports using Excel and custom queries.
- Utilize Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Fabric, and Dynamics 365 (D365) to manage metadata, track lineage, and support governance processes.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in data governance, data management, or a similar role.
- Proven experience building and maintaining data dictionaries, glossaries, catalogs, and lineage documentation.
- Strong background in data cleansing and working with large datasets.
- Exceptional ability to translate business needs into structured data management practices.
- Proficient in Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, and data visualization tools.
- Experience running data queries and performing advanced data analysis.
- Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Purview, D365, and Microsoft Fabric.
- Strong technical, analytical, and communication skills.
- Experience contributing to or building enterprise data strategies is a strong plus.