Data Governance Program Manager Jobs in Kentucky

## Senior Data Governance SMEApplylocations: USA - Remotetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: JR11607While technology is the heart of our business, a global and diverse culture is the heart of our success. We love our people and we take pride in catering them to a culture built on transparency, diversity, integrity, learning and growth. If working in an environment that encourages you to innovate and excel, not just in professional but personal life, interests you- you would enjoy your career with Quantiphi!**Role Summary**We are seeking a visionary Enterprise Data Governance Consultant who is a recognized thought leader in enterprise data management. This is a senior strategic role for an individual who has shaped data governance cultures, built governance frameworks from the ground up, and influenced C-suite decisions across complex, regulated, and multi-industry environments. The ideal candidate brings a rare combination of deep technical knowledge, regulatory expertise, and executive-level communication skills.## **Key Responsibilities**### **Strategic Leadership & Thought Leadership*** Define and evangelize the enterprise data governance vision, strategy, and roadmap aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements.* Serve as the internal and external thought leader on data governance, data quality, metadata management, and data privacy — contributing to whitepapers, industry forums, and executive briefings.* Establish and chair Data Governance Councils and executive decision forums, driving accountability and data ownership across the organization.* Influence and align business, legal, compliance, security, analytics, and technology stakeholders to build a culture of trusted, secure, and fit-for-purpose data.### **Governance Framework & Operating Model*** Design and implement enterprise data governance operating models, including governance workflows, data ownership structures, stewardship programs, and escalation paths.* Develop and enforce data classification, metadata standards, business glossaries, and data catalog frameworks across enterprise data assets.* Build and manage risk registers, control evidence, KPI reporting, and issue remediation processes to ensure ongoing governance health.* Lead data lifecycle, retention, and records management policies across data warehouses, data lakes, and cloud environments.### **Privacy, Compliance & Regulatory Governance*** Lead enterprise data privacy programs ensuring compliance with GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA, GLBA, SOX, PCI-DSS, and other applicable regulations.* Conduct and govern Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), and Transfer Impact Assessments (TIAs).* Implement Privacy by Design principles across data platforms, applications, and analytics initiatives.* Partner with legal and compliance teams to manage third-party data processing, cross-border data transfers, and regulatory audit readiness.### **Data Quality & Metadata Management*** Define and operationalize data quality rules, KPIs, and issue management frameworks to improve data reliability and fitness for use.* Oversee data lineage, data discovery, and data classification initiatives using tools such as OneTrust, Collibra, Alation, or equivalent platforms.* Drive Master Data Management (MDM) and Reference Data governance across enterprise systems.### **AI & Cloud Governance*** Establish AI Governance and Responsible AI frameworks to ensure ethical, transparent, and compliant use of AI/ML and GenAI technologies.* Govern data assets across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud environments, ensuring cloud-native governance controls are embedded.* Lead governance for data integration, migration, and transformation programs across complex multi-system landscapes.### **Executive Engagement & Team Leadership*** Create and present executive dashboards and governance reporting covering data risks, issue aging, remediation status, control readiness, and program health.* Lead, mentor, and coach cross-functional, multi-geography teams (50–200+ members) spanning business, technology, vendor, and compliance workstreams.* Drive post-merger or large-scale data and analytics integration governance across enterprise application portfolios.## **Required Skills & Qualifications**### **Experience*** 15+ years of progressive experience in enterprise data governance, data management, and data privacy across multiple industries (Retail, Telecom, Healthcare, Manufacturing, or regulated sectors preferred).* Proven track record of building governance programs from scratch and scaling them across global organizations.* Experience leading large global teams (50–100+ members) in matrixed, cross-functional environments.* Demonstrated success in post-merger data integration governance across 50+ enterprise systems.### **Technical Expertise*** Deep knowledge of Data Governance frameworks (DAMA-DMBOK, DCAM, or equivalent).* Proficiency with data governance and privacy platforms: OneTrust, Collibra, Alation, ServiceNow, or equivalent.* Hands-on experience with Data Warehouses, Data Lakes, and Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).* Working knowledge of SQL and data architecture concepts.* Familiarity with ERP, CRM, PLM, and enterprise application ecosystems.### **Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge*** Expert-level understanding of GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA, GLBA, SOX, PCI-DSS, and emerging global privacy regulations.* Experience conducting 150+ privacy assessments, DPIAs, PIAs, and TIAs.* Strong background in GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance) frameworks and audit readiness.### **Leadership & Communication*** Exceptional ability to influence without authority across C-suite, legal, compliance, engineering, and business stakeholders.* Strong executive communication skills — capable of translating complex governance concepts into business value.* Experience building and presenting governance scorecards, risk dashboards, and executive decision forums.## ****What Makes You Stand Out***** You have shaped industry practices, not just followed them — contributing to governance frameworks adopted across organizations.* You have reduced measurable risk: e.g., ~25% lower privacy risk, ~30% lower non-compliance exposure through disciplined governance.* You have governed transformation at scale: mergers, cloud migrations, platform modernizations involving 70+ systems.* You are a trusted advisor to C-suite leaders, legal teams, and regulators — not just a practitioner.* You actively contribute to the data governance community through advisory roles, mentorship, or pro-bono technology leadership.## ****Industries of Relevance***** Insurance**What is in it for you:*** Be part of the fastest-growing AI-first digital transformation and engineering company in the world* Be a leader of an energetic team of highly dynamic and talented individuals* Exposure to working with fortune 500 companies and innovative market disruptors* Exposure to the latest technologies related to artificial intelligence and machine learning, data and cloud*If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us**!* #J-18808-Ljbffr