Data Governance Specialist
$85,000–$100,000 year
On-siteToronto, Ontario, Canada
Job Summary
Establish and maintain governance processes, standards, and controls to promote data quality, integrity, security, and effective use. Partner with data owners and stewards to ensure data accuracy, reliability, and compliance with organizational policies. Administer Microsoft Purview capabilities including data catalog, business glossary, lineage, and metadata management to enhance discoverability. Define data quality requirements, support stewardship activities, and monitor compliance risks and controls. Provide guidance and training to stakeholders while collaborating with the Enterprise Data team and GRC initiatives. Review projects for alignment with governance standards and report on program effectiveness.
Required Qualifications
- Post-secondary degree in Information Management, Data Governance, Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- 3+ years of experience in data governance, data management, information management, analytics governance, or a related field
- Experience developing, implementing, and supporting data governance frameworks, standards, processes, and controls
- Experience partnering with business stakeholders to establish governance responsibilities and improve data quality and stewardship practices
- 1+ years of experience working with cloud-based technology solutions
- Strong knowledge of data governance, metadata management, data quality, data lifecycle management, and governance metrics
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, stakeholder management, facilitation, and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business-friendly language
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Power BI, Word, and PowerPoint
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Location: Toronto, ON near York Mills and Yonge Street
- Hours of Work: 36.25 a week
- Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
- Required Travel: Rare, usually within the GTA
Desired Qualifications
- Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) preferred
- Microsoft Purview, Information Governance/Records Management, Data Privacy, or Information Security certifications are assets
- Experience supporting enterprise data governance initiatives within a regulated environment preferred
- Experience administering or configuring Microsoft Purview, including data cataloging, lineage, classification, information protection, and DLP capabilities, is an asset
- Familiarity with records and information management practices, data privacy legislation, regulatory requirements, and enterprise data architecture concepts is an asset
- Experience with Power BI, Azure Data Services, enterprise analytics platforms, and governance training/workshop facilitation is preferred
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