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Countryway Insurance Co.

$200 - $250/hr

Vice President, Data & AI STATUS: Exempt COMPENSATION RANGE: $228,000 - $240,000 Annually with up ... Enterprise Data Governance & Stewardship * Own enterprise data governance frameworks, policies ...

Virginia Farm Bureau

Vice President, Data & AI

Henrico, VA · On-site

$228K - $240K/yr

Vice President, Data & AI STATUS: Exempt COMPENSATION RANGE: $228,000 - $240,000 Annually with up ... Enterprise Data Governance & Stewardship * Own enterprise data governance frameworks, policies ...

CEPRES

Role Overview The VP, Data Operations & Governance is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the end-to-end lifecycle of investment data across the CEPRES Platform. This role leads ...

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How much do vp data governance jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for vp data governance in the United States is $54.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.62 and $67.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a VP of Data Governance do?

A VP of Data Governance is responsible for establishing and overseeing an organization's data governance strategy, policies, and procedures. They ensure data quality, privacy, compliance, and proper data management practices across the business. This role involves collaborating with IT, legal, compliance, and business units to define data standards and drive data-related initiatives. The VP of Data Governance also manages teams, sets objectives, and monitors progress to ensure organizational data assets are effectively governed and utilized.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a VP of Data Governance?

To thrive as a VP of Data Governance, you need deep expertise in data management, regulatory compliance, and information security, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field and extensive leadership experience. Familiarity with data governance frameworks (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK), data cataloging tools, and certifications such as CDMP or CIPP are highly valued. Exceptional strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and communication skills set leaders apart in this role. These skills are crucial for ensuring data integrity, regulatory compliance, and aligning data strategy with organizational goals.

How does a VP of Data Governance typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement data policies?

As a VP of Data Governance, you will frequently work with IT, compliance, legal, and business unit leaders to design and enforce data policies across the organization. Collaboration often involves leading data governance councils, facilitating stakeholder workshops, and ensuring alignment on data quality, privacy, and regulatory requirements. This role requires strong communication skills to bridge technical and non-technical teams, as well as the ability to drive consensus and accountability for data stewardship throughout the company.

What is the difference between Vp Data Governance vs Data Governance Manager?

AspectVp Data GovernanceData Governance Manager
ResponsibilitiesStrategic oversight, policy development, executive reportingOperational management, team leadership, implementation of policies
Required CredentialsAdvanced degrees, extensive experience, leadership skillsBachelor's or master's, relevant certifications, experience in data management
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level, cross-departmental collaborationTeam-based, project-focused, department-specific

The Vp Data Governance typically holds a strategic, executive role focusing on policy and overall data governance strategy, while the Data Governance Manager handles day-to-day operations and team management. Both roles require relevant experience and certifications, but the Vp operates at a higher strategic level.

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Infographic showing various Vp Data Governance job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,939 per year, or $54.8 per hour.

Senior Vice President, Data Governance

Lake Mary, FL • On-site

BNY Mellon
Finance and Insurance • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

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We're seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Vice President, Data Leader for Infrastructure to join our Infrastructure team. This role is located in Lake Mary.
The Infrastructure Platform Data Leader serves as the primary point of accountability for data governance and data management across the Platform. This role leads data quality, metadata, lineage, authoritative data source certification, data consumption and data risk management activities while partnering with Platform leadership, Business Data Owners, application owners, and the Divisional Data Office to drive data maturity, regulatory compliance, and trusted data outcomes.
In this role, you'll make an impact in the following ways:
Data Governance & Strategy
  • Drive data governance, data quality, metadata management, and data risk management for the Infrastructure organization.
  • Interact with Platform Leadership and the Divisional Data Office to implement enterprise data management strategies and policies.
  • Support and advance the federated data management operating model across the Infrastructure Platform.
  • Lead Platform data maturity assessments and governance improvement initiatives
  • Define and maintain the strategy for Data Mesh adoption, including definition and maintenance of Infrastructure Data Domains

Authoritative Data Sources & Metadata
  • Oversee onboarding, certification, and maintenance of Authoritative Data Sources (ADS).
  • Ensure critical datasets are properly documented with business definitions, ownership, lineage, metadata, and data quality controls.
  • Drive governance of Critical Data Elements (CDEs) and business glossary content.
  • Promote trusted data sourcing and governed data consumption across the Platform.

Data Quality & Risk Management
  • Establish and monitor Platform data quality controls, metrics, and remediation processes.
  • Lead identification, measurement, escalation, and mitigation of data risks.
  • Partner with Data Owners, Dataset Owners and Application Managers to resolve data quality issues and implement preventative controls.
  • Monitor compliance with data governance policies and standards.

Reporting & Stakeholder Management
  • Provide visibility into data quality, certification status, onboarding progress, and Platform data risks.
  • Coordinate governance forums, stakeholder engagement, and communications across business and technology teams.
  • Represent the Infrastructure Platform during audits, regulatory reviews, and enterprise governance activities.

AI-Ready Data Enablement
  • Support AI-enabled initiatives by ensuring data assets are well-governed, trusted, documented, and reusable.
  • Promote responsible data management practices that enable advanced analytics and AI adoption.

To be successful in this role, we're seeking the following:
Required Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of experience in Data Management, Data Governance, Data Quality, Metadata Management, or related disciplines.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams or enterprise governance programs.
  • Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, metadata management, data quality, lineage, and authoritative data source concepts.
  • Experience implementing data governance programs within complex technology environments.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Experience with data governance platforms such as Collibra or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Financial services industry experience.
  • Experience with DCAM, BCBS 239, or similar governance frameworks.
  • Knowledge of Infrastructure, Technology, or Enterprise Platform data domains.
  • Experience supporting AI-ready data governance initiatives.

About Us
At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees' growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world's investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.
Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance - and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.
About the Team
At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at BNY Newsroom & BNY LinkedIn
Here's a few of our recent awards:
  • America's Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025
  • World's Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025
  • "Most Just Companies", Just Capital and CNBC, 2025

Our Benefits and Rewards:
BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life's journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.
BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The expected base salary for this position when employment commences can be found in the Job Info section at the bottom of the posting.
Base salary offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is only part of the total rewards package, which may include eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, eligible employees may enroll in a 401(k) plan as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee's eligible dependents. Eligible employees also may receive other benefits (including various paid time off benefits, such as vacation and sick time), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
If hired, the employee will be in an "at will" position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payments or compensation programs) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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BNY Mellon is a global investments company dedicated to helping its clients manage and service their financial assets throughout the investment lifecycle. Whether providing financial services for institutions, corporations or individual investors, BNY Mellon delivers informed investment and wealth management and investment services in 35 countries. As of Dec. 31, 2021, BNY Mellon had $46.7 trillion in assets under custody and/or administration, and $2.4 trillion in assets under management. BNY Mellon can act as a single point of contact for clients looking to create, trade, hold, manage, service, distribute or restructure investments. BNY Mellon is the corporate brand of The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (NYSE: BK). Additional information is available on www.bnymellon.com . Follow us on Twitter @BNYMellon or visit our newsroom at www.bnymellon.com/newsroom for the latest company news.

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