Vice President, Data Strategy & Governance

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Data Strategy & Governance to define and operationalize enterprise data strategy and lead governance across the organization. The role oversees data policies, quality, metadata, lineage, access, privacy, and compliance, while advancing trusted data products and readiness for analytics and AI. Responsibilities include leading enterprise programs and technology implementations, building a high-performing team, and embedding data stewardship and accountability across business and technology functions. The VP will also manage data risk, strengthen data protection, guide regulatory compliance, and report on governance maturity and risk to executive stakeholders. Candidates should bring at least 10 years of senior leadership and hands-on data governance experience in complex organizations, including work across on-premises and cloud environments. Required expertise includes data architecture, warehousing, modeling, governance platforms, data quality, data protection, cybersecurity controls, and privacy regulations such as HIPAA, CCPA/CPRA, and GDPR. A track record of scaling governance programs, delivering large initiatives, and driving enterprise change through influence is essential, along with strong executive communication and talent-building skills. An advanced degree in a relevant technical, data, legal, or related field is required; a Ph.D., MBA, dual degree, or relevant professional certifications is an asset.