Data Manager
On-site · Bethesda, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Data Manager responsible for establishing and improving enterprise data lifecycle processes (ingestion, storage, usage, archival, retention) and supporting data governance initiatives. Role includes defining metadata standards, validation rules, and quality control; integrating disparate data sources across federated systems; maintaining data repositories and storage environments; conducting data quality assessments; managing configuration documentation; analyzing data structures and workflows for accessibility and efficiency; developing technical artifacts and briefing materials; and collaborating with engineering, operations, and stakeholder teams to evolve data requirements and interoperability standards. Strong experience with SQL, Python, and metadata management, plus ability to communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Required Qualifications
- BA/BS and 8+ years of experience supporting data management, data governance, data integration, or enterprise data environments; or no degree and 12+ years of relevant experience.
- Experience supporting enterprise data lifecycle management processes and data governance initiatives.
- Experience with data integration, interoperability, metadata management, and repository administration.
- Knowledge of configuration management principles, version control practices, and documentation governance.
- Experience developing and maintaining technical documentation, reports, and briefing materials.
- Proficiency with data management and analysis tools such as SQL, Python, Excel, Access, or equivalent technologies.
- Experience supporting enterprise data repositories, storage environments, or data management platforms.
- Ability to analyze data-related processes and recommend improvements to data quality, accessibility, and operational efficiency.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical concepts to diverse stakeholder audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced mission environment.
Additional Requirements
- None specified
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