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Senior Associate, Data Governance & Protection

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Kroll is seeking a Senior Associate / Consultant, Data Governance to support the growth and delivery of enterprise data governance initiatives within our Cyber & Data Resilience practice. This is a client-facing consulting role focused on project delivery, solution implementation, and subject matter execution across regulated and complex enterprise environments.

The ideal candidate will have approximately 3+ years of experience in data governance, cybersecurity, privacy, data management, or technology consulting, preferably within a Big 4 or comparable consulting environment. This role is best suited for a hands-on practitioner who can support and execute data governance initiatives while working closely with senior leadership and client stakeholders.

The Senior Associate / Consultant will help organizations improve visibility, control, protection, and governance of enterprise data through operational governance frameworks, technology enablement, and risk-aligned implementation activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Delivery & Execution

  • Support delivery of enterprise data governance engagements including assessments, operating model development, governance framework implementation, and roadmap execution.

  • Assist clients with establishing and operationalizing governance capabilities across data discovery and classification, lineage and metadata management, data quality and stewardship, retention and lifecycle management, privacy, and data risk management.

  • Participate in workshops, stakeholder interviews, and requirements gathering sessions with business, technology, cybersecurity, and privacy teams.

  • Translate client business and regulatory requirements into practical governance processes, workflows, and technology configurations.

  • Support implementation and integration activities across governance, privacy, CMDB, security, and IT ecosystems.

  • Develop client-ready deliverables including governance frameworks, policies and standards, process flows, risk assessments, operating models, executive presentations, and implementation documentation.

Technology & Platform Support

  • Support deployment, configuration, integration, and operationalization activities related to leading governance and security platforms such as BigID, Securiti, Cyera, Symmetry Systems, OneTrust, ServiceNow, and BMC Helix.

  • Support metadata and classification workflows.

  • Assist with CMDB and asset inventory integrations.

  • Help align governance tooling with security controls and data protection strategies.

  • Support automation and workflow orchestration initiatives.

Risk, Compliance & Governance Support

  • Support clients in aligning governance capabilities to regulatory and industry frameworks such as GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA, NYDFS 500, SEC/FINRA requirements, and NIST or ISO-based governance practices.

  • Assist in identifying data-related risks and remediation opportunities.

  • Contribute to governance maturity assessments and control evaluation activities.

  • Help clients establish governance metrics, reporting, and operational oversight processes.

Collaboration & Team Contribution

  • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including Cybersecurity, Privacy, IAM, Cloud Security, AI Governance, and Enterprise Architecture practices.

  • Support internal capability development efforts including templates, accelerators, methodologies, and reusable assets.

  • Contribute to internal knowledge sharing, practice development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Mentor junior analysts or interns when applicable and support collaborative team culture.

Required Experience & Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in Data Governance, Data Management, Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, Technology Risk, Data Protection, IT Consulting, or related areas.

  • Prior consulting experience strongly preferred, ideally within Big 4 consulting, cybersecurity consulting firms, or enterprise technology consulting environments.

  • Experience supporting enterprise or regulated environment initiatives.

  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

  • Experience working directly with clients and participating in project delivery activities.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities across fast-paced consulting engagements.

Preferred Technical & Functional Experience

  • Experience or familiarity with data classification and discovery concepts.

  • Understanding of data governance operating models.

  • Experience with metadata management and lineage concepts.

  • Knowledge of CMDB and asset management concepts.

  • Familiarity with privacy and compliance workflows.

  • Understanding of security and governance integrations.

  • Exposure to AWS, Azure, or GCP cloud environments.

  • Experience with Jira, ServiceNow, or Agile delivery methodologies.

Preferred Certifications

  • CISSP

  • CIPP/US or CIPP/E

  • CDMP

  • Security+

  • Azure, AWS, or GCP cloud certifications

  • SAFe, Scrum, or Agile certifications

What Success Looks Like

  • Delivering high-quality client work products and implementation support.

  • Becoming a trusted delivery team member and governance subject matter contributor.

  • Supporting successful execution of complex governance and data risk initiatives.

  • Building practical expertise across governance technologies and regulatory requirements.

  • Contributing to scalable methodologies and repeatable client solutions within the practice.

Your recruiter will be happy to walk you through your U.S.-specific benefits, which include:

  • Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.

  • Time Off and Leave Policies: Generous paid time off (PTO), paid company holidays, generous parental and family leave.

  • Protective Insurances: Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and accident protection.

  • Compensation and Rewards: Competitive salary structures, performance-based incentives, and merit-based compensation reviews.

  • Retirement Plans: 401(k) plans with company matching.

Please note that benefits may vary by region, department and role. We encourage you to speak with your recruiter to learn more about the specific benefits available for your position.

About Kroll

Join the global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions—Kroll. With a nearly century-long legacy, we blend trusted expertise with cutting-edge technology to navigate and redefine industry complexities. As a part of One Team, One Kroll, you'll contribute to a collaborative and empowering environment, propelling your career to new heights. Ready to build, protect, restore and maximize our clients’ value? Your journey begins with Kroll.

In order to be considered for a position, you must formally apply via careers.kroll.com.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, race, religion, color, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, age or disability.

The current salary range for this position is $100,000 to $135,000

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