Job Family:
Technology Consulting
Travel Required:
Up to 10%
Clearance Required:
Ability to Obtain Public Trust
What You Will Do:
The Data Governance Lead supports GH engagements by designing and delivering enterprise‑level data governance capabilities. This role partners with clients and technical teams to ensure data is well‑governed, trusted, and ready to support analytics, AI, and operational platforms.
Lead data governance strategy, frameworks, and operating models across client engagements
Own governance domains including data quality, metadata, lineage, stewardship, and lifecycle management
Guide implementation and adoption of data catalogs and governance tooling
Partner with data engineering, analytics, and AI teams to embed governance into technical solutions
Support data privacy, compliance, and risk management requirements
Manage governance workstreams, deliverables, and client stakeholders
Contribute to proposals, solution shaping, and practice knowledge sharing
Mentor junior team members and support internal governance communities of practice
What You Will Need:
US Citizenship is required
Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD “PUBLIC TRUST
Bachelor's Degree is required
Minimum SEVEN (7) years' experience in data governance, data management, analytics, or related consulting roles
Demonstrated experience delivering enterprise data governance programs
Strong understanding of governance concepts (data quality, metadata, lineage, stewardship)
Experience working with modern data platforms and cloud environments
Strong client‑facing communication and stakeholder management skills
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Experience supporting AI, analytics, ERP modernization, or large data transformation programs
Familiarity with data catalog and metadata management tools
Experience in regulated industries (public sector, healthcare, financial services)
Prior consulting experience
The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00-$216,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
