Data Governance Specialist
Location: Bengaluru, Gurgaon, Pune
Job code: 101258
Posted on: Jun 30, 2025
About Us:
AceNet Consulting is a fast-growing global business and technology consulting firm specializing in business strategy, digital transformation, technology consulting, product development, start-up advisory and fund-raising services to our global clients across banking & financial services, healthcare, supply chain & logistics, consumer retail, manufacturing, eGovernance and other industry sectors.
We are looking for hungry, highly skilled and motivated individuals to join our dynamic team. If you’re passionate about technology and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.
Job Summary:
We are seeking skilled Data Governance Specialist to develop and implement data governance frameworks, policies, and standards. You will ensure data quality, compliance, and security across the organization while collaborating with data owners, stewards, and technical teams. This role involves managing data catalogs, metadata, and classification, and supporting initiatives to enhance data integrity and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Exposure to both AWS and Azure cloud platforms, along with Databricks.
* Develop, implement, and maintain data governance frameworks, policies, and standards.
* Define and enforce data quality, data integrity, and data security best practices across the organization.
* Collaborate with data owners, stewards, and technical teams to ensure data governance objectives are met.
* Manage and maintain enterprise data catalogs and metadata repositories.
* Monitor data compliance with internal policies and external regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
* Identify and resolve data governance issues, ensuring accurate and reliable data assets.
* Conduct data classification and support data lineage documentation.
* Provide training and guidance to teams on data governance processes and best practices.
* Report on data governance metrics and recommend improvements to strengthen governance maturity.
Role Requirements and Qualifications:
* Proven experience implementing and managing data governance frameworks, policies, and standards.
* Strong understanding of data quality, metadata management, and data stewardship practices.
* Experience working with data catalogs, data lineage, and data classification tools.
* Solid knowledge of data privacy and compliance regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and how they impact data management.
* Familiarity with cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern data environments.
* Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams including data owners, stewards, engineers, and compliance stakeholders.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve data governance issues.
* Excellent communication skills to train and guide teams on data governance best practices.
* Proficiency with data governance or metadata tools (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Informatica) is a plus.
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Management, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
Why Join Us:
* Opportunities to work on transformative projects, cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions with leading global firms across industry sectors.
* Continuous investment in employee growth and professional development with a strong focus on up & re-skilling.
*Competitive compensation & benefits, ESOPs and international assignments.
* Supportive environment with healthy work-life balance and a focus on employee well-being.
* Open culture that values diverse perspectives, encourages transparent communication and rewards contributions.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in joining our team and meet the qualifications listed above, please apply and submit your resume highlighting why you are the ideal candidate for this position.