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 roles30
Top employerUSAA
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring10
Work type55% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Data Analyst, Autograph Operations & Governance
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Data Analyst, Autograph Operations & Governance
Fanatics
Sunnyvale, Texas
Business Analysis
Business Operations
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Data Governance & Data Quality Analyst
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Data Governance & Data Quality Analyst
Capgemini
Austin, Texas
Business Analyst
Data Analytics
$77k - $150k/yr
AWS Certification
10,000+

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Informatica Cloud Account Executive, Data Governance
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Informatica Cloud Account Executive, Data Governance
Salesforce
Austin, Texas
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
$142k - $208k/yr
10,000+

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Informatica Data Governance Engineer
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Informatica Data Governance Engineer
The Evolvers Group
Austin, Texas
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Bachelor's degree
11-50

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CJIS Compliance and Data Governance Manager
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CJIS Compliance and Data Governance Manager
University of Houston
Houston, Texas
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$72k - $89k/yr
Master's degree in cybersecurity
10,000+

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Data Governance Specialist Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
10 jobs
Austin
5 jobs
San Antonio
4 jobs
Dallas
3 jobs
Plano
2 jobs
Arlington
2 jobs
Irving
1 job
Waller
1 job
Coppell
1 job

Data Governance Specialist Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

USAA4 open roles
D.R. Horton2 open roles
QXO1 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, D.R. Horton, and QXO, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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?

Houston, Austin, 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 91% of data governance specialist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 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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