Data & AI Governance Specialist
@ Cenovus Energy

Calgary, AB
CA$150,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 10 hours ago

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About this Opportunity

The Data & AI Governance Specialist is a strategic role at Cenovus Energy responsible for developing and implementing governance frameworks for managing data and AI assets ethically, securely, and in alignment with organizational and regulatory mandates. This position bridges technical, policy, and business domains across structured and unstructured data ecosystems and AI systems.

What You’ll Do

  • Develop and enhance the data governance framework with clear roles and accountability.
  • Lead data quality initiatives, policy enforcement, and regulatory compliance efforts.
  • Deploy AI governance frameworks to guide ethical AI system use.
  • Collaborate with committees to embed governance checkpoints and risk assessments.
  • Champion data and AI literacy via training programs and awareness initiatives.
  • Deliver regular updates to executive leadership on governance goals and progress.

Who You Are

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada and hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Information Management, Computer Science, Law or a related field. With a minimum of 12 years of experience in data governance, privacy, compliance, or AI risk management, you should be well-versed in frameworks like DAMA-DMBOK or DCAM and regulatory mandates such as GDPR, CCPA, and emerging AI legislation. Professional certifications (CDMP, CIPT, IEEE, IAPP, ISO) are a plus.

About Cenovus Energy

Ranked as one of Canada’s Best Employers in 2025, Cenovus is an integrated energy company headquartered in Calgary. Cenovus operates across Canada, the United States, and the Asia Pacific, with projects in oil sands, crude oil production, and natural gas operations.

The Cenovus Experience

  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive total rewards.
  • Generous benefits including health, dental, and mental health coverage.
  • Career development through internal mobility, training, and leadership programs.
  • An inclusive work environment with various staff resource groups.

Key Skills/Competency

  • Data Governance
  • AI Governance
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Risk Management
  • Ethical AI
  • Data Quality
  • Framework Implementation
  • Data Cataloguing
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Stakeholder Collaboration

How to Get Hired at Cenovus Energy

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize Your Resume: Highlight data governance and AI experience.
  • Study Cenovus Culture: Research their values and recent news.
  • Prepare for Technical Questions: Review governance frameworks and compliance standards.
  • Showcase Leadership Skills: Emphasize collaboration with cross-functional teams.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review DAMA-DMBOK and DCAM frameworks.
Study GDPR, CCPA, EU AI Act updates.
Brush up on data cataloguing techniques.
Practice AI risk assessment scenarios.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time managing compliance challenges.
Explain collaboration techniques with technical teams.
Detail your leadership in framework deployment.
Discuss how you manage stakeholder expectations.

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