Data Governance Specialist Jobs in Texas

Data Governance Specialist jobs in Texas are concentrated in financial services, energy, healthcare, and technology, with demand ranging from associate-level analysts to senior program leads. Houston, Dallas, and Austin are the most active hiring markets, anchored by large employers such as JPMorgan Chase, AT&T, and Dell Technologies, which maintain significant Texas operations and ongoing data governance programs. The most in-demand specialties are data quality management, metadata and cataloging, and regulatory compliance for financial and healthcare data. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles27
Top employerUSAA
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring9
Work type70% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Data Governance Analyst
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Data Governance Analyst
All IT Solutions
Plano, Texas
Product Management
Project Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Bachelor's degree

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Meta
Data Platform & Governance Manager
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Meta
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Data Platform & Governance Manager
Meta
Austin, Texas
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$181k - $249k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Data Governance Attorney
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Texas Health and Human Services Commission
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Data Governance Attorney
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Austin, Texas
Compliance & Legal
Consulting & Professional Services
Legal Counsel
$8,581.66 - $11k.83/yr
Military encouraged
10,000+

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JPMorganChase
Lead Software Engineer - Data Governance Engineer Lead
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JPMorganChase
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Lead Software Engineer - Data Governance Engineer Lead
JPMorganChase
Plano, Texas
Data Analytics
Data Engineering
Data Science
10,000+

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Capgemini
Associate Data Governance Business Analyst
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Associate Data Governance Business Analyst
Capgemini
Dallas, Texas
Business Analysis
Data Science & Analytics
Project & Program Management
Business Analyst
Data Science
Project Management
$46k - $111k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Data Governance Specialist Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
6 jobs
Houston
5 jobs
San Antonio
5 jobs
Dallas
4 jobs
Plano
3 jobs
Coppell
1 job
Fort Worth
1 job
Richardson
1 job
Farmers Branch
1 job

Data Governance Specialist Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

USAA
USAA4 open roles
Deloitte
Deloitte2 open roles
HEB
HEB1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in data governance specialist jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, or a related field required
  • Experience with data governance frameworks such as DAMA-DMBOK or DCAM
  • Proficiency with data catalog and lineage tools like Collibra, Alation, or Informatica
  • Familiarity with regulatory compliance standards including CCPA, HIPAA, or SOX
  • Strong SQL skills and experience working with enterprise data warehouses or lakes
  • Relevant certification such as CDMP or CIPP preferred by most Texas hiring managers

Data Governance Specialist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a data governance specialist in Texas?

Texas does not require a state-issued license for data governance specialists. The standard path is a bachelor's degree in information systems, data management, or a related field, followed by experience in data analyst or database administrator roles. Earning a Certified Data Management Professional credential through DAMA International strengthens applications at Texas employers in financial services, healthcare, and energy, which are the dominant hiring sectors in the state.

Which companies hire data governance specialists in Texas?

Companies currently hiring data governance specialists in Texas include USAA, Deloitte, and HEB, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of large financial institutions, integrated energy companies, and major technology operations means sustained, ongoing demand rather than project-based hiring cycles.

Which Texas cities have the most data governance specialist jobs?

Austin, Houston, and San Antonio have the most data governance specialist openings in Texas. Houston's dominance reflects its energy sector headquarters and large hospital systems, Dallas draws from a dense concentration of financial services firms and corporate technology centers, and Austin's growth as a technology hub has brought in both established enterprises and scaled companies that treat data governance as a core function.

Are there remote data governance specialist jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than most fields, because data governance work is fundamentally analytical and policy-driven rather than hands-on. About 80% of data governance specialist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how well the role translates to distributed work. Metadata management, policy documentation, and data quality monitoring are the functions most consistently offered with remote or hybrid flexibility.

How can I get hired as a data governance specialist in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a lateral move from a data analyst, database administrator, or business analyst role, where governance work is often a secondary responsibility that can become a specialization. Large Texas employers in healthcare and financial services, including major hospital networks and regional banks, frequently post data analyst associate roles that include governance tasks. Building a portfolio of data quality or metadata work and earning the CDMP Foundation certificate gives a candidate a concrete edge in Texas applications.

Where can I find and apply to data governance specialist jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to data governance specialist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries and experience levels. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to each opening that fits.

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