Data Governance and Compliance Specialist

The Data Governance and Compliance Specialist at Gemini is responsible for developing data governance frameworks, policies, and processes that align with business goals and regulatory requirements. This includes maintaining business glossaries, applying data quality standards, and collaborating with the GRC team to ensure compliance with data privacy laws.

To apply for the Data Governance and Compliance Specialist role at Gemini, candidates should have at least 8 years of experience in data governance, compliance, or data management. Familiarity with data privacy regulations like GDPR and CCPA, along with experience in supporting risk assessments or internal audits, will also be beneficial.

Gemini emphasizes compliance through regular audits and reporting, ensuring that data governance initiatives adhere to data privacy regulations such as GDPR and CCPA. The Data Governance and Compliance Specialist will contribute to these audits, validating compliance and helping to mitigate potential data-related issues.

Collaboration is key for the Data Governance and Compliance Specialist role at Gemini. You will work closely with Data, Security, and Product teams to integrate data governance principles into organizational processes and new product development. This teamwork facilitates effective risk management strategies and enhances overall data integrity.

At Gemini, the culture surrounding the Data Governance and Compliance Specialist role is centered on stewardship and responsibility. By developing training programs and promoting awareness, the goal is to instill a strong culture of data governance across the organization, enabling all employees to appreciate the importance of data integrity.

In your response, describe specific frameworks you've implemented and the outcomes achieved. Highlight your ability to align these frameworks with both organizational goals and regulatory standards, showcasing your understanding of best practices.

Discuss the methodologies and tools you use for monitoring and improving data quality. Providing examples of how you've developed data quality standards or initiated data cleansing activities will strengthen your answer.

Share specific processes you've created for data audits and compliance checks, emphasizing your familiarity with data privacy regulations. Include any training or education you've led within your teams to help others understand compliance.

Emphasize your communication skills and examples of how you’ve fostered collaboration between Data, Security, and Risk teams. Effective collaboration can include regular meetings, shared documentation, or joint project initiatives to ensure everyone is aligned.

Be prepared to discuss specific obstacles, such as resistance to change or misunderstanding of data governance principles. Share what steps you took to motivate stakeholders and create engagement through education or workshops.

Mention any professional associations, newsletters, or academic resources that you follow. Highlight any certifications or training programs you have completed to enhance your understanding of data governance trends and tools.

Outline a situation where you led a risk assessment, detailing the methodology, findings, and any subsequent actions taken. Demonstrating a structured approach will reflect your capability in this area.

Discuss the significance of data lineage in ensuring quality and compliance. You can talk about how you implemented data lineage tracking in past roles and its impact on decision-making and auditing processes.

Share your preferred tools that you've successfully utilized for data governance tasks, explaining their functionality and how they have improved governance processes in your past roles.

Outline a step-by-step approach to address non-compliance, stressing your commitment to transparency and corrective actions. Describe previous instances where you've managed such situations effectively.