unity-catalog-governance

Configure Unity Catalog governance patterns, permissions, and policy enforcement in Databricks workspaces.

4|Updated Dec 29, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vivekgana/databricks-platform-marketplace --skill unity-catalog-governance
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: unity-catalog-governance
Source: https://github.com/vivekgana/databricks-platform-marketplace/tree/main/plugins/databricks-governance/skills/unity-catalog-governance
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vivekgana/databricks-platform-marketplace --skill unity-catalog-governance

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Unity Catalog governance across Databricks requires a structured approach to access control, data classification, and compliance; this skill provides patterns, permissions models, and policy enforcement guidance to simplify and standardize governance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • RBAC/ABAC access control
  • Row-level security and column masking
  • Data classification and tagging
  • Audit and compliance workflows

Quick Start

Configure Unity Catalog governance in your Databricks workspace by applying the recommended governance patterns, roles, and tagging strategies. Example: assign SELECT on production.gold to data_analysts and enforce data masking for PII columns.

Frequently Asked Questions about unity-catalog-governance

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I set up Unity Catalog governance and RBAC access control in Databricks?

Set up Unity Catalog governance by applying recommended permissions models and roles to enforce RBAC access control across Databricks workspaces. Configure environment isolation and assign privileges like SELECT on production data to specific groups for compliant data access.

What is the best way to enforce row-level security and data masking for PII in Unity Catalog?

The best way to enforce row-level security and data masking in Unity Catalog is by applying governance patterns that target PII columns. This approach restricts sensitive data exposure dynamically based on user roles and attributes to satisfy enterprise compliance requirements.

Can I use Unity Catalog governance for environment isolation across multiple Databricks workspaces?

Yes, you can use Unity Catalog governance for environment isolation across multiple Databricks workspaces. It provides structured policy enforcement and permissions models that standardize access control and isolate dev, staging, and production environments effectively.

Does Unity Catalog support ABAC access control and data classification tagging?

Unity Catalog supports ABAC access control alongside data classification and tagging workflows. Applying attribute-based policies ensures dynamic privilege evaluation, while tagging strategies classify enterprise data to meet strict auditing and compliance standards.

How do I configure audit logging and compliance workflows for enterprise data in Unity Catalog?

Configure audit logging and compliance workflows in Unity Catalog by implementing structured governance patterns and policy enforcement. This setup tracks data access and privilege changes across Databricks workspaces to satisfy enterprise data security and compliance auditing requirements.