Data Governance Specialist Jobs in Arizona
Data Governance Specialist jobs in Arizona are concentrated in financial services, healthcare, and technology, with steady demand at mid-level and senior tiers across the Phoenix metro and Scottsdale corridors. Tempe, Phoenix, and Chandler are the primary hiring centers, anchored by employers such as Banner Health, American Express, and Intel, which maintain large data and analytics operations in the state. Data quality management, metadata stewardship, and regulatory compliance frameworks are the most consistently requested specializations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Joining Amex Tech means discovering and shaping your contribution to something big. Here, you can work alongside talented tech teams and build a unique career with the Powerful Backing of American Express. With a range of opportunities to work with the latest technologies, and a commitment to back the broader engineering community through open source, our mission is to power your success. Because Amex Tech is powered by our technology, our culture, and our colleagues.
The Technology organization enables and accelerates the company’s growth strategies, delivering global capabilities and services in support of Amex’s customers and colleagues, while maintaining 24/7 servicing and availability to ensure an uninterrupted, high-quality customer experience. Technology provides the foundation for everything we do in the company while driving differentiation through building and leveraging innovative technology and data insights.
The Enterprise Data Office (EDO) is part of the Technology organization and sets the enterprise strategy for and delivery of critical data-related initiatives required to accelerate the ongoing digital transformation of American Express products and services, enhance the overall customer experience, strengthen our data strategy and practices, and drive our continued growth.
The Senior Analyst, Enterprise Data Governance Data Activation role will support the activation of data management (as outlined in the organization’s Enterprise Data Governance Policy) across business units at American Express. This role will also provide support in training, communications, and change management related to data governance across the enterprise.
- Understanding of Data Management and Data Governance concepts (metadata, lineage, data quality, etc.) and related metrics to monitor compliance of Data Governance policy and standards.
- Basic experience / knowledge of Data Governance / Data Management tools (e.g., Manta, Collibra)
- Ability to collaborate, influence, and communicate across multiple stakeholders and levels of leadership, speaking at the appropriate level of detail to both business executives and technology teams.
- Excellent communication skills with a demonstrated ability to engage, influence, and encourage partners and stakeholders to drive collaboration and alignment.
- High degree of organization, individual initiative, results and solution oriented, and personal accountability and resiliency
- Proven track record of driving results in a fast-paced environment often with significant ambiguity and needing to make decisions with less than perfect information.
- Self-motivated and proactive, ability to manage multiple assignments and projects
- Bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting, or related field.
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.
At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.
As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives
- 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
- Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
- Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
- 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
- Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
- Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
- Career development and training opportunities
For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site .
Joining Amex Tech means discovering and shaping your contribution to something big. Here, you can work alongside talented tech teams and build a unique career with the Powerful Backing of American Express. With a range of opportunities to work with the latest technologies, and a commitment to back the broader engineering community through open source, our mission is to power your success. Because Amex Tech is powered by our technology, our culture, and our colleagues.
The Technology organization enables and accelerates the company’s growth strategies, delivering global capabilities and services in support of Amex’s customers and colleagues, while maintaining 24/7 servicing and availability to ensure an uninterrupted, high-quality customer experience. Technology provides the foundation for everything we do in the company while driving differentiation through building and leveraging innovative technology and data insights.
The Enterprise Data Office (EDO) is part of the Technology organization and sets the enterprise strategy for and delivery of critical data-related initiatives required to accelerate the ongoing digital transformation of American Express products and services, enhance the overall customer experience, strengthen our data strategy and practices, and drive our continued growth.
The Senior Analyst, Enterprise Data Governance Data Activation role will support the activation of data management (as outlined in the organization’s Enterprise Data Governance Policy) across business units at American Express. This role will also provide support in training, communications, and change management related to data governance across the enterprise.
- Understanding of Data Management and Data Governance concepts (metadata, lineage, data quality, etc.) and related metrics to monitor compliance of Data Governance policy and standards.
- Basic experience / knowledge of Data Governance / Data Management tools (e.g., Manta, Collibra)
- Ability to collaborate, influence, and communicate across multiple stakeholders and levels of leadership, speaking at the appropriate level of detail to both business executives and technology teams.
- Excellent communication skills with a demonstrated ability to engage, influence, and encourage partners and stakeholders to drive collaboration and alignment.
- High degree of organization, individual initiative, results and solution oriented, and personal accountability and resiliency
- Proven track record of driving results in a fast-paced environment often with significant ambiguity and needing to make decisions with less than perfect information.
- Self-motivated and proactive, ability to manage multiple assignments and projects
- Bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting, or related field.
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.
At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.
As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives
- 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
- Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
- Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
- 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
- Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
- Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
- Career development and training opportunities
For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site .
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Data Governance Specialist Job Market in Arizona
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- Chemicals & Materials
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in data governance specialist jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in information management, computer science, or a related field required
- Demonstrated experience with data governance frameworks such as DAMA-DMBOK or DCAM
- Proficiency with data catalog and lineage tools such as Collibra, Alation, or Informatica
- Working knowledge of data privacy regulations including HIPAA and CCPA as applied in Arizona industries
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to define data policies and standards
- Familiarity with SQL and data warehousing platforms used in enterprise Arizona environments
Data Governance Specialist Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a data governance specialist in Arizona?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in information management, data science, computer science, or business analytics, followed by experience in data quality, compliance, or database administration. Arizona does not require a state-issued license for this role. Earning a vendor-neutral certification such as the CDMP from DAMA International or a platform credential from Collibra or Informatica strengthens candidacy with Arizona's finance and healthcare employers significantly.
Which companies hire data governance specialists in Arizona?
Employers hiring data governance specialists in Arizona right now include Honeywell Aerospace, PwC, and Remofirst, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Arizona's concentration of large financial institutions, integrated health systems, and semiconductor manufacturers means sustained and recurring demand for governance professionals across multiple industries.
Which Arizona cities have the most data governance specialist jobs?
Phoenix, Arizona, and Tempe account for the largest share of data governance specialist openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates because of its dense cluster of corporate headquarters and regional operations in finance and healthcare, while Scottsdale and Tempe draw from the same employer base and attract technology and consulting firms that require dedicated data governance functions.
Are there remote data governance specialist jobs in Arizona?
Yes, and more than most fields, since the work centers on policy development, documentation, and system configuration rather than on-site presence. About 75% of data governance specialist openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the analytical and collaborative nature of the role. Data catalog management, policy authoring, and stakeholder training tend to be the tasks most frequently performed remotely.
How can I get hired as a data governance specialist in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a lateral move from a data analyst, database administrator, or compliance analyst role, which gives you hands-on exposure to the data quality and policy work that governance specialists own. Large Arizona employers such as Banner Health and American Express run rotational analytics programs and early-career data roles that feed into governance teams. Building a portfolio that demonstrates data dictionary creation or metadata tagging, and earning the CDMP entry-level credential, materially improves your candidacy without prior governance title experience.
Where can I find and apply to data governance specialist jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to data governance specialist jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings across industries including financial services, healthcare, and technology. Find roles that fit your experience and location preference and apply directly to each one.
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