Our client is searching for a Data Governance Lead for a long-term contract position that must work out of Austin, TX.

Candidates must have 4+ years of IT experience, including a minimum of 2 years as a Data Governance Lead.

Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of data governance frameworks, policies, and processes across client organizations.

• Utilize Microsoft Purview to manage and enhance data governance, including data cataloging, classification, lineage, and data lifecycle management.

• Develop and enforce data standards, policies, and practices to ensure data accuracy, security, and regulatory compliance.

• Collaborate with data stewards, data owners, and business stakeholders to establish data governance roles, responsibilities, and data stewardship processes.

• Provide strategic recommendations to clients for improving data governance maturity and driving data-driven decision-making.

• Monitor and report on data governance metrics, compliance status, and data quality improvements.

• Conduct data governance assessments and audits to ensure adherence to policies and identify areas for improvement.

• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes that impact data governance.

• Design and implement Microsoft Information Protection solutions, including labeling policies, DLP rules, and encryption for sensitive data.

Experience:

• Experience in a consulting environment is a plus, with demonstrated success in client-facing roles.

• Extensive experience in data governance, data management, or data strategy roles.

• Proven experience with Microsoft Purview, including hands-on expertise in implementing data governance and compliance frameworks using the platform.

• Experience working with Microsoft Information Protection and strong knowledge of sensitivity labels, Data Loss Prevention (DLP).

• Understanding of data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) and industry standards for data governance.

• Experience working with metadata management, data catalogs, data lineage, and data classification.

• Excellent leadership, project management, and organizational skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to translate technical concepts into business value for clients.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with cloud tools beyond Microsoft Purview, such as, Azure Synapse, Databricks, and Snowflake

• Experience in data governance maturity assessments and frameworks like DAMA DMBOK.

• Data Governance and Data Management certifications (e.g., DGSP, CDMP) are a plus.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $83.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Austin,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 26, 2025.

About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.