Director Data Governance

Hilton • McLean, VA

2d • $160,000 - $210,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This role is based at one of our corporate offices in McLean, VA, Dallas, TX, or Memphis, TN. This is your chance to be a part of an in-house Technology team that's creating consumer-facing, modern technologies improving the hospitality industry around the world! As a Director Enterprise Data Governance, you will bring your technical skills to a hospitality company with an award-winning culture. On the Enterprise Data Architecture & Governance team, you will report to the Senior Director, Enterprise Data Architecture & Governance. You will support projects, including leading the enterprise data governance strategy and operating model. This model will span metadata management, data quality, stewardship, AI governance, privacy, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Ten (10) years of experience in technology, data management, analytics, or a related discipline.
• Five (5) years of experience in enterprise data governance, data quality, metadata management, data stewardship, and governance operating models.
• Experience leading enterprise-wide data governance and data quality programs supporting AI, reporting, and business transformation across multiple departments.
• Hybrid role requiring three days per week in one of Hilton's U.S. office locations (McLean, VA; Dallas, TX; or Memphis, TN).

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree, or Associate's Degree plus 6+ years of Technology related experience, or High School Degree/GED plus 12+ years of Technology related experience

Responsibilities

• Lead Enterprise Data & AI Governance Strategy by building the governance roadmap, operating model, and priorities that support trusted data, analytics, AI, and outcomes.
• Promote Governance Execution by partnering with business, architecture, engineering, privacy, security, legal, and risk teams to establish stewardship, accountability, and governance across Hilton's critical data assets.
• Modernize Governance Through Automation by advocating metadata-driven governance, policy-as-code, and Shift-Left governance controls into cloud platforms, data products, and engineering delivery pipelines.
• Ensure Trusted, Compliant, and AI-Ready Data by overseeing data quality, metadata, privacy, regulatory compliance, and enterprise knowledge assets that promote responsible AI, intelligent automation, and scalable data reuse.
• Partner with Business, Data Stewards, Analytics, Enterprise Architecture, Information Security, Privacy, Legal, and Technology teams to develop governance standards.
• Align with senior leaders across the organization to establish priorities, gain support for data governance programs, and increase adoption of enterprise data practices.
• Work with teams to develop governance solutions that balance needs, compliance requirements, and data accessibility.
• Enterprise data governance programs, including metadata management, business glossary development, data catalog capabilities, and data access governance.
• Governance frameworks and operating models that support taxonomy management, data stewardship, and data management practices across Hilton.
• Deliver measurable improvements in data governance, data quality, metadata, stewardship, compliance, and AI readiness through enterprise governance measurements.

Benefits

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
• Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
• Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
• Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what's next

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: High school or GED