Data Governance Consultant

If you are an experienced Data Governance Consultant looking for a high-impact role, EPAM is the perfect next step in your career! As an EPAMer, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a supportive team on a variety of interesting projects for some of the biggest brands in the world. Are you ready for the next step in your career journey? Apply now!

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Responsibilities

• Create and implement awareness programs to educate teams on data and AI compliance
• Develop and implement enterprise-wide policy frameworks and governance structures
• Design internal control systems to detect and mitigate compliance risks
• Plan and lead compliance audits and risk assessments across data environments
• Maintain thorough documentation of policies, reports, and audit outcomes
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with legal, risk, IT, and business teams
• Communicate regulatory updates and policy changes clearly to all stakeholders
• Generate comprehensive compliance reports for executive leadership
• Monitor evolving laws and regulations impacting data governance and AI
• Manage incident response protocols and coordinate remediation plans
• Identify and resolve gaps in current compliance practices and controls
• Participate in strategic discussions on ethical AI implementation and governance
  
  
  

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or governance in data or AI-focused settings
• Strong understanding of global data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)
• Highly skilled in translating complex regulations into practical policy and actionable guidance
• Expert in cross-functional collaboration and enterprise-wide policy implementation
• Proficient with data governance tools, audit platforms, and compliance tracking systems
• Experience with data classification methodologies, metadata management, and data lineage tracking
• Proven history of leading risk mitigation and governance initiatives in complex organizations
• Comfortable working with legal, privacy, HR, risk, and IT stakeholders at all levels
• Comprehensive knowledge of ethical AI principles and their regulatory implications
• Hands-on experience developing compliance documentation, frameworks, and training programs
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage diverse teams and senior leadership
• 3-4 days in the office
  
  
  

We offer

• Extended Healthcare with Prescription Drugs, Dental and Vision Insurance, and Healthcare Spending Account (Company Paid)
• Life, Critical Illness, and/or Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (Company Paid)
• Long-Term Disability
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company match
• Employee Discounts
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
  
  
  

This posting includes a base salary range EPAM Canada would reasonably expect to pay the selected candidate. Individual compensation offers within the range are based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, experience, credentials, education, training, the demand for the role, skillset, and overall business and local labour market considerations. Most candidates are hired at a salary within the range disclosed. Salary range: CA$85 - CA$95. In addition, the details highlighted in this job posting above are a general description of all other expected benefits and compensation for the position.

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EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here, you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.

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