Data Governance Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Data Governance Manager roles attract H-1B visa, O-1, and EB-2 NIW sponsorship from employers in finance, healthcare, and tech. Employers sponsor because the role requires specialized expertise in data policy, compliance frameworks, and regulatory standards that's genuinely hard to source domestically. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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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.
Enterprise Data Management & Products (EDMP), a key part of our Technology organization, focuses on delivering data products that fuel business growth and unlock value, while also shaping robust data management strategies and governance solutions. Our aim is to propel growth, unlock potential, enhance efficiency, manage risk, and foster talent. By prioritizing enterprise growth across all sectors, we create solutions that enhance satisfaction and value, streamline operations for scalability, and maintain trust and security.
Role Description:
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.
American Express continues to invest in enterprise data management, and as part of the journey, we are seeking a Sr. Manager of ADS Certification & Lineage services as part of the Data Controls implementation team.
This role will support the identification, design, development, implementation, and management of robust data controls across the enterprise. Reporting to the Director, ADS Certification & Lineage Services, this critical role will be instrumental in strengthening our data governance framework and mitigating key data risks within a complex and highly regulated financial services environment. This role will collaborate closely with business units, technology teams, and risk management functions to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and security of our valuable data assets.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, Data Management, Risk, Business Administration, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in data governance, data risk, internal controls, or audit in the financial services or highly regulated industry.
- Experience in Data Architecture, Master Data Management, authoritative data sourcing strategies, or major data transformation initiatives focusing on advancing curated, high quality enterprise data sets.
- Solid understanding of Data Management and Data Governance concepts with the ability to be an advocate for architecture that supports Amex’s governance/management of data.
- Demonstrated experience designing and implementing data controls.
- Working knowledge of financial services regulations and data compliance requirements (e.g., BCBS 239, CCAR, GDPR).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication with the ability to present data and control findings to non-technical stakeholders.
- Familiarity with data governance tools and technologies (e.g., Collibra, Manta).
- Experience working with data reporting and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
- Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CDMP, or equivalent are a plus.
- Ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet deadlines in a dynamic, matrixed environment.
- Ability to work and communicate with both business and technical teams at various levels.
- Proven track record of driving results in a fast-paced environment often with significant ambiguity.
- High degree of organization, individual initiative and personal accountability and resiliency.
Depending on factors such as business unit requirements, the nature of the position, cost and applicable laws, American Express may provide visa sponsorship for certain 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
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We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Data Governance Manager
Frame your degree as a direct match
H-1B approval for Data Governance Manager roles hinges on specialty occupation status. A degree in information systems, computer science, statistics, or a related quantitative field strengthens your petition significantly more than a general business degree.
Lead with regulatory frameworks you've owned
Employers sponsoring this role want evidence you've built or managed governance programs under GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, or SOX. Specific frameworks signal you can operate in regulated industries where compliance risk is highest and sponsorship is most justified.
Target industries with the highest sponsorship rates
Financial services, healthcare systems, and large technology companies file the most H-1B petitions for data governance roles. These industries face the steepest regulatory scrutiny and have established legal infrastructure to support visa sponsorship for specialized positions.
Demonstrate cross-functional leadership, not just technical skills
Hiring managers sponsoring this role need to justify it as managerial and specialized. Showing you've led data stewardship programs, managed teams, and influenced executive-level data strategy strengthens the specialty occupation argument in your H-1B petition.
Consider the EB-2 NIW pathway if you have a strong track record
Data Governance Managers with published work, documented policy impact, or national-level program influence may qualify for EB-2 National Interest Waiver, which removes the employer sponsorship requirement entirely and allows you to self-petition for permanent residence.
Get the LCA right before anything else
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application certifying your offered wage meets the prevailing rate for your role and location. If the LCA is filed under a vague or mismatched job title, USCIS may issue an RFE challenging specialty occupation status.
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Does Data Governance Manager qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases, but the petition needs to be built carefully. USCIS requires that a specific bachelor's degree in a relevant field is a normal requirement for the role. Degrees in information systems, data science, computer science, or a compliance-adjacent field typically satisfy this. Generic business degrees with no technical component can trigger RFEs, so the employer's job description should reflect the technical and regulatory complexity of the work.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor a Data Governance Manager?
Banks, insurance companies, hospital systems, and large technology firms sponsor this role most consistently. These industries operate under strict data regulations and have mature HR and legal teams equipped to handle H-1B filings. Browse open roles on Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for visa-sponsoring employers so you're not applying to companies that won't move forward with sponsorship.
Can I qualify for an H-1B in this role with a three-year Australian or Indian bachelor's degree?
A three-year degree can qualify, but it requires a credential evaluation confirming U.S. equivalency to a four-year bachelor's degree. Most USCIS-recognized evaluation agencies assess three-year degrees from Indian and Australian universities as equivalent, particularly in technical fields. Include the evaluation in your H-1B petition package from the start rather than waiting for an RFE to request it.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my chances of getting sponsored as a Data Governance Manager?
The general pool selection rate has been around 25% in recent years, which means most registrations don't get selected. If you hold a U.S. master's degree, you're entered into an advanced degree exemption pool first, which historically improves odds slightly. Employers can also file cap-exempt petitions if they're universities or certain nonprofit research organizations, which bypasses the lottery entirely.
Can a Data Governance Manager self-petition for a green card without employer sponsorship?
Potentially yes, through the EB-2 National Interest Waiver. To qualify, you need to demonstrate that your work has substantial merit and national importance, and that you're well-positioned to advance it. For data governance professionals, this often means documented impact on policy, published research, or leadership on programs with measurable national regulatory or public health implications. An immigration attorney can assess whether your profile is competitive for this pathway.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Data Governance Manager jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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