Data Governance / Metadata / Catalog Consultant

Data Governance / Metadata / Catalog Consultant Location: Remote Position Type: 16M+ Contract Hourly / Salary: to $95W2+ based on experience Job Summary Vaco is currently seeking a Data Governance / Metadata / Catalog Consultant for a 16M+ Contract opportunity that is remote. The Data Governance / Metadata / Catalog Consultant will focus on designing, implementing, and maturing enterprise data governance and metadata management capabilities for a large, complex client environment. The Data Governance / Metadata / Catalog Consultant will work as part of the delivery team to establish robust metadata, lineage, classification, glossary, catalog, stewardship, and certification processes across multiple business domains. The work will center on MS Purview as the core platform, with integration and comparison to other tools in the ecosystem (Alation / Collibra / Informatica EDC). The Data Governance / Metadata / Catalog Consultant must come with a mix of strategic design, hands‑on configuration, process definition, and cross‑functional collaboration with data owners, stewards, architects, and engineering teams. Job Requirements MS Purview Expertise (hands‑on) — Implementing / Administering MS Purview as a Primary Enterprise Data Governance / Metadata Management Platform Metadata Management Platforms (experience with 2+) — Enterprise Metadata / Data Catalog Solutions | Alation / Collibra / Informatica EDC Metadata Harvesting / Data Discovery — Configuring / Managing Metadata Scanning / Harvesting Processes Across Multiple Data Sources / Enterprise Systems Data Lineage Design / Implementation — Designing / Implementing Technical/Business Data Lineage Solutions to Improve Data Visibility / Traceability / Governance Business Glossary / Data Classification — Building / Maintaining Business Glossaries / Data Dictionaries / Data Classification Frameworks | Supporting Enterprise Governance Initiatives Data Stewardship / Workflow Management — Defining / Operationalizing Data Stewardship Processes / Certification Workflows / Data Ownership Models Across Business / Technical Teams Data Governance Operating Models — Designing / Implementing Enterprise Data Governance Operating Models | Policies / Standards / Roles / Processes / Governance Supporting Sustainable Data Management Practices Preferred (not required) Data Product Governance / Data as a Product — Applying Data Product Governance Principles / Data-as-a-Product Methodologies | Improving Data Ownership / Accountability / Discoverability / Business Value Data Mesh / Domain-Oriented Governance (understanding) — Data Mesh Architectures / Domain-Driven Governance Models | Supporting Federated Data Ownership / Scalable Governance Practices Data Quality Management — Designing / Implementing Data Quality Frameworks / Standards / Monitoring Processes | Supporting Toolsets to Improve Data Accuracy / Completeness / Consistency / Trustworthiness Master Data Management (MDM) — Supporting Master Data Management Initiatives | Data Standardization / Entity Resolution / Golden Record Management / Governance Processes Azure Data Platform — Leveraging Azure Data Technologies | MS Fabric / Synapse Analytics / DataFactory / Azure DataLake Storage (ADLS) / Related Data Services Snowflake Data Governance — Supporting Data Governance / Metadata Management / Security / Classification / Lineage / Access Controls in Snowflake Environments AI / ML Governance — Applying Governance Principles | Responsible AI Frameworks / Model Oversight / Risk Management / Data Usage Controls / Explainability / Regulatory Compliance Considerations Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. 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Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vaco