Data Governance Consulting

Data Governance Consulting – Ensure Data Integrity, Accessibility, and Security

Build the foundation for reliable and efficient data management with Toptal’s Data Governance Consulting. Our consultants will establish a comprehensive and tailored framework designed to govern your data with a focus on enhanced operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and nimble decision-making.

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Clients Served

25,000+

Vetted Professionals

20,000+

Toptal Total Projects Delivered

64,000+

Industries Served

300+

TRUSTED BY LEADING BRANDS

Our Services

Toptal Data Governance Consulting Services

Achieve effective data governance with Toptal’s specialized consulting services. From comprehensive assessments to robust framework development, our data governance experts ensure data integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

Data Governance Strategy Development

Develop tailored strategies to align data governance with corporate objectives and business goals.

Regulatory Compliance Support

Ensure compliance with regulations such as GDPR and CCPA for data protection.

Master Data Management (MDM)

Centralize and synchronize key business data to ensure consistency and accuracy.

Data Governance Framework Development

Establish a successful data governance framework with robust policies and standards.

Comprehensive Data Assessment

Conduct thorough data governance assessments to identify gaps and mitigate risks.

Risk Management

Deploy risk management protocols to protect data from potential threats and vulnerabilities.

Data Quality Management

Implement quality assurance processes to maintain data accuracy and reliability.

Data Security Protocols

Enhance data security measures to protect against breaches and unauthorized access.

Metadata Management

Organize and maintain metadata to improve data context, usability, and business performance.

Advanced Analytics Implementation

Leverage advanced analytics to transform data into a valuable business asset for better decision-making.

Data Governance Tools Implementation

Deploy and optimize tools for effective monitoring and management of data governance programs.

Data Privacy Management

Protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.

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PARTNERSHIP THAT WORKS

How We Deliver Data Governance Consulting Services

Our data governance consulting team, with experience at leading companies, will work with you to develop and deploy tailored solutions that meet your business needs and unique industry demands, providing you with sustainable results and long-term success.

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CUSTOMIZED SOLUTIONS

Data Governace Services That Deliver Value

Toptal delivers leading data governance consulting through its diverse talent network and flexible delivery models. We implement the right skills at each project phase, blending expertise from various roles for seamless execution.

Managed Delivery by Toptal
On-demand Talent and Teams

Managed Delivery by Toptal

End-to-end project delivery per your specific requirements.

Delivery Manager

Data Governance Architect

Data Engineer

Data Governance Engineer

Data Migration Engineer

Data Governance Engineer

Security Engineer

Lauren Beam

Delivery Manager

Lauren serves as Toptal’s Senior Director of Managed Delivery with a focus on driving high-impact innovation and implementing cutting-edge technologies across diverse client portfolios, from global startups to Fortune 500 companies. Her expertise in product strategy, program development, and performance optimization contributes to her success in crafting forward-thinking solutions that redefine success in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

Previously Managed Client

Experience

10+ Years

Bogdan Beca

Verified Expert in Engineering

23+ years

of Experience

Data Governance Architect

Bogdan has 23+ years of hands-on experience with enterprise-level systems, delivering many large projects for top organizations in energy, pharma, telco, e-commerce, banking, and the public sector. As a solutions architect, Bogdan can drive a solution from concept to production or provide end-to-end proofs of concept or minimum viable products for solution architecture, design, development, and release pipelines.

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Shanthi Viswanathan

Verified Expert in Engineering

26+ Years

of Experience

Data Engineer

Shanthi has more than 26 years of experience developing applications using various technologies. As an architect, she has executed several web-based applications, integrations, data migrations, data conversions, and data warehousing projects with significant hands-on as well as leadership responsibilities. She keeps up-to-date with the latest technologies and can effectively match the business needs with those technologies.

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Anthony Baxter

Verified Expert in Engineering

25+ years

of Experience

Data Governance Engineer

Anthony is an analytical and resourceful leader with more than 25 years of experience in data engineering, database development, and process design and development. With extensive experience spanning various industries, he possesses a sharp understanding of business and data requirements, adept at tailoring value-added applications.

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Mohammad Hossain

Verified Expert in Engineering

20+ Years

of Experience

Data Migration Engineer

Mohammad has 20+ years of experience in building and maintaining large-scale distributed systems, data platforms, and machine learning for a variety of industries. With his master’s degree in computer science from USC, Mohammad has a deeply rooted technical understanding. He has excellent communication skills and business understanding.

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Olcay Ozyilmaz

Verified Expert in Engineering

15+ Years

of Experience

Data Governance Engineer

Olcay is a data engineer with a PhD in computer science and 15+ years of professional experience with extensive projects. He is a data warehouse expert and developer who focuses on productivity using robotics. He also has superior communication, decision-making, and organizational expertise backed by a master’s degree in business management. Olcay is an excellent team player and leader who undertakes challenging jobs with his outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills.

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Joe Bagdon

Verified Expert in Engineering

30+ Years

of Experience

Security Engineer

Joe is a seasoned security and infrastructure engineering professional with experience performing application and network assessments, writing and enforcing policies, providing defense for an enterprise environment, and administrating infrastructures. He has in-depth knowledge of information security, information technology, and information warfare. Joe is a competent Python programmer, adding automation and integration that reduces workloads.

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On-demand Talent and Teams

20,000+ vetted professionals, ready to deploy individually or in teams.

Data Project Manager

Data Governance Architect

Data Governance Engineer

Data Engineer

Database Administrator

MDM Engineer

Data Solutions Architect

Security Engineer

Verified Expert in Project Management

17+ years

of Experience

Data Project Manager

Erita is a certified project manager with 17+ years of experience managing technical projects from initiation to deployment, following Agile or predictive approaches. She has expertise in software engineering and a strong interest in cloud, big data, and machine learning.

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Verified Expert in Engineering

28+ Years

of Experience

Data Governance Architect

Patricio is an expert with Oracle, Microsoft, Red Hat, and other technologies. He has more than 28 years of IT management experience and 30+ certifications in various areas related to information and technology.

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Verified Expert in Engineering

20+ Years

of Experience

Data Governance Engineer

Stephane possesses an impressive 20 years of international experience in data analytics and business process optimization. Throughout his career, he has excelled in various areas, including database design, business intelligence, machine learning algorithms, big data, and predictive analytics. Stephane's expertise lies in developing solutions that automate processes, allowing clients to allocate their efforts to value-added activities.

Previously at

Verified Expert in Engineering

47+ Years

of Experience

Data Governance Engineer

Art has decades of data architecture and cloud-computing consulting experience—mostly in building enterprise data warehouses. Art is an end-to-end solution architect and chief problem solver with a long history of focused execution—according to a statement of work—and successful delivery in a team setting.

Previously at

Verified Expert in Engineering

30+ Years

of Experience

Data Engineer

Gabriel has more than 30 years of experience installing, managing, and using SQL, NoSQL (key-value, columnar, graph), time-series, spatial, in-memory, and cloud databases. He's worked with 10TB online transaction processing databases, 10TB data warehouses, tables with 10+ billion rows, and databases with 10,000+ tables.

Previously at

Verified Expert in Engineering

30+ Years

of Experience

Database Administrator

Peter is a seasoned data platform expert specializing in the Microsoft stack, including Azure. With skills ranging from data architecture and engineering to database administration and development, his 30+ years of experience, multiple certifications, and passion for learning set him apart in addressing clients’ diverse data requirements.

Previously at

Verified Expert in Engineering

26+ Years

of Experience

MDM Engineer

Milan is an experienced DevSecOps engineer specializing in on-premises, cloud, and hybrid infrastructure. He also has vast experience in virtualization, Linux, LAMP, databases, high availability, business continuity plan, and disaster recovery. Milan is a dedicated and focused individual, able to take on any infrastructure challenge and provide the most efficient solutions. Over the last few years, Milan focused on AI/ML platforms (MLOps) and security compliance, such as SOC 2.

Previously at

Verified Expert in Engineering

23+ Years

of Experience

Data Solutions Architect

Piotr is a blockchain architect, software developer, and technical lead with 23+ years of experience working with CERN, Motorola Solutions, universities, and more. He has led projects, served as a Scrum master, and developed and delivered complex web and mobile solutions, including business and technical requirements, architecture, third-party API integrations, data acquisition, and processing for BI. Piotr co-developed the pan configuration language and has a PhD in computer science.

Previously at

Verified Expert in Engineering

7+ Years

of Experience

Security Engineer

Nicaury is a security engineer with 7+ years of experience in information security, cybersecurity, and systems administration. She has worked in fast-paced, remote environments for years, developing excellent communication and leadership skills. Nicaury is a certified professional with proven problem-solving and analytical skills, a fast learning curve, and the ability to adapt to any team.

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UNRIVALED EXPERTISE

Our Talent Has Worked With Top Companies

Having previously worked with these leading global companies, our talent brings valuable insights and expertise to deliver world-class outcomes.

WHY ORGANIZATIONS CHOOSE US

Toptal in Action

Discover the cutting-edge benefits our clients enjoy from the global Toptal network.

Toptal data experts build state-of-the-art application for oil and gas leader.

Precision Drilling partnered with Toptal to build Clarity, a data visualization platform that cut analysis time from months to seconds.

Challenge: Precision Drilling wanted to develop cutting-edge data visualization software that could accelerate the analysis of drilling rig performance data and provide increased value to its customers.

Solution: Toptal assembled a team to help Precision Drilling realize its vision. This team developed Clarity, a state-of-the-art data visualization platform that delivers real-time insights.

Impact: The platform serves as a central hub for real-time and historical rig fleet performance data, significantly boosting efficiency and enabling instant communication of results across the organization.

It wasn’t a customer-vendor relationship; it was more of an integrated relationship.

Shuja Goraya, CTO, Precision Drilling

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Chamitha Wanaguru

Verified Expert in Engineering

Chamitha is an IT veteran focused on the design and development of sustainable, value-focused data systems. He specializes in data warehouse system architecture, data engineering, business analysis, and project management. He has provided leadership and strategic program governance at finanical services firms including Morgan Stanley and UBS.

Expertise

SQL Data Science

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