D365 Data Governence

We are seeking an experienced Data Governance Specialist to establish, implement, and manage enterprise-wide data governance frameworks, policies, standards, and processes. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring data quality, data stewardship, compliance, security, and regulatory adherence across the organization's data landscape.The role requires close collaboration with business stakeholders, data owners, data stewards, architects, and technology teams to drive data governance initiatives that support business objectives and enable trusted, secure, and well-managed data assets.At Zensar, we’re “experience-led everything”. We are committed to conceptualizing, designing, engineering, marketing, and managing digital solutions and experiences for over 130 leading enterprises. We are a company driven by a bold purpose: Together, we shape experiences for better futures. Whether for our clients, our people, or the world around us, this belief powers everything we do. At the heart of our culture is ONE with Client - a set of four core values that reflect who we are and how we work: One Zensar, Nurturing, Empowering, and Client Focus. Part of the $4.8 billion RPG Group, we’re a community of 10,000+ innovators across 30+ global locations, including Milpitas, Seattle, Princeton, Cape Town, London, Zurich, Singapore, and Mexico City. Explore Life at Zensar and join us to Grow. Own. Achieve. Learn. to be the best version of yourself. We believe the best work happens when individuality is celebrated, growth is encouraged, and well-being is prioritized. We are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veteran status.Required Technical SkillsData GovernanceData Governance FrameworksData StewardshipData Ownership ModelsData Quality ManagementData LineageMetadata ManagementBusiness Glossary ManagementData Lifecycle ManagementMaster Data Management (MDM)Data Governance ToolsExperience with one or more of the following:Microsoft PurviewCollibraInformatica Data GovernanceAlationIBM InfoSphereTalend Data QualitySAP Information StewardData ManagementData CatalogingData ClassificationData ProfilingData Quality AssessmentData MappingReference Data ManagementCloud & Data PlatformsMicrosoft AzureMicrosoft FabricAWSGCPData Warehouses and Data LakesAnalytics & ReportingSQLPower BIExcelData Governance DashboardsRegulatory & Compliance KnowledgeStrong understanding of:GDPRCCPAData Privacy RegulationsInformation Security StandardsData Retention PoliciesEnterprise Risk ManagementRegulatory Compliance FrameworksRequired Experience6–10 years of overall experience in Data Management, Data Governance, Data Quality, or related domains.Hands-on experience implementing Data Governance programs in large enterprises.Experience working with Data Governance tools such as Purview, Collibra, or Informatica.Experience in metadata management, data cataloging, and data quality initiatives.Strong understanding of Data Lineage, Data Stewardship, and Governance operating models.Experience collaborating with business, risk, compliance, and technology stakeholders.Knowledge of cloud-based data ecosystems.Educational QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Management, Engineering, or related field.Master's degree preferred.Preferred CertificationsDCAM (Data Management Capability Assessment Model)CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional)Microsoft Purview CertificationCollibra Ranger CertificationDAMA Data Governance CertificationAzure Fundamentals / Azure Data CertificationsSoft SkillsExcellent stakeholder management and communication skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive governance adoption.Strong documentation and policy-development skills.Leadership and facilitation skills for governance councils and steering committees.Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine and implement enterprise Data Governance strategies, frameworks, and operating models.Establish and maintain data policies, standards, guidelines, and best practices.Drive Data Quality Management initiatives, including monitoring, profiling, cleansing, and remediation activities.Develop and maintain Data Catalogs, Business Glossaries, and Metadata Management processes.Define Data Ownership, Data Stewardship, and Data Custodian responsibilities across business functions.Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards related to data management and privacy.Collaborate with business and technical teams to improve data consistency, accuracy, integrity, and lineage.Lead Data Governance Council meetings and governance reviews.Implement and monitor data governance KPIs, metrics, and reporting dashboards.Support master data management (MDM) initiatives.Conduct data governance maturity assessments and recommend continuous improvement opportunities.Manage data risk, security, retention, and compliance requirements.Support enterprise data transformation, analytics, AI/ML, and cloud migration initiatives.Posting Date: 2026-07-07