Data Manager (TS/SCI with Poly REQUIRED)

Type of Requisition:RegularClearance Level Must Currently Possess:Top Secret SCI + PolygraphClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:Top Secret SCI + PolygraphPublic Trust/Other Required:NoneJob Family:Database Analysis/DesignJob Qualifications:Skills:Data Compilation, Data Management, Metrics DevelopmentCertifications:NoneExperience:8 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:YesJob Description:Database ManagerDeliver insights to help our clients turn data into action as a Database Manager at GDIT. Your work will provide transformative solutions to our clients’ big-data obstacles and help advance the mission. Here, you can make a meaningful impact on our clients’ mission and on your career.At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Database Manager you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. The Data Manager acquires, controls, and catalogs large scale, complex datasets for our customer’s mission.  The position requires a highly detail-oriented individual who understands the complexities of data movement and curation.  A successful data manager will be responsible for analyzing the customer’s current dataset catalog to identify areas of weakness which drive additional targeted dataset acquisition technologies as appropriate.  The ideal candidate will be skilled in coordinating with multiple customer partners, excel at individual projects and contribute to joint efforts with minimal supervision.HOW A DATABASE MANAGER WILL MAKE AN IMPACTCollaborate with fellow team members on data collection methods, data management processes/capabilities, and data policy/governance implementationDevelop and maintain flexible data management processes documented as SOP but accommodate fluid change in the organization and/or data environmentPerform data inventory and cataloging to ensure insight into our data holdings, identify gaps, prioritize collection/processing, and administer data policy/governanceRespond to data calls, reporting tasks, and internal/external requirements taskingDevelops and disseminates data catalog reports upon requestOrganizes, implements, and enforces correct data collection policies and proceduresEstablishes data collection quality standards and ensures they are metTroubleshoots data –related problems as appropriate to the data management lifecycleDocuments procedures for data management processesDevelops methodologies for data collection and evaluation relevant to each projectPerforms analysis to determine adequacy of data collection and evaluation to each projectEnsures data management system is compliant with all relevant laws and regulationsEvaluates data management system to improve operational proceduresPerform statutorily required data management tasks, ranging from documentation through cataloging/purge compliance and destructionProvide authoritative data management standards and compliance specifications which are derived from applicable laws, executive orders, policies, and regulationsGive policy guidance to support workforce understanding of data compliance requirements, including relevant issues such as USPII and sensitive data handling related to our data environmentEstablish Departmental data governance that minimizes impediments, maximize the value of data, and resolves data dispute at the speed of missionEnsure all policy decisions are tracked within the data management capabilities, and associated with datasets and specific versions of datasets in many to many relationshipImplement and enforce data policies to include following provenance and lineage of the data so the versions of the data carry the proper policiesProvide compliance metrics to oversight offices such as the Office of General Counsel (OGC) and the Office of Privacy and Civil Liberties (OPCL)Provide support and new requirements that enable development of system-driven data compliance and compliance reporting capabilities for the DepartmentWHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experienceAt least eight (8) years of relevant data management consulting or industry experience (master data, metadata, data architecture, data governance, data quality, data modeling, data standards, data strategy)Minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing full lifecycle data management in large-scale data ecosystem leveraging either a hybrid, on-prem or cloud –based platform. Focused experience in a specific area of data management to including cataloging, meta management, data policy, or data governance is acceptableREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLSDemonstrated experience in a combination of the following:Strong analytical skills to support data quality management operationsDevelop and implement data management metrics that can be used to generate reports and other outputs of data-related applications. Ability to render these metrics into dashboards or other tools that can be accessed by othersExperience implementing and establishing data ownership, stewardship, and monitoring, as well as determining business rules to be applied to the dataStrong coordination, project planning, implementation, and prioritization skillsAbility to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with technical and non-technical personnel as well as all levels of management and staffDESIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLSSkilled in documentation and database reporting for the purposes of analysis, data discovery, and decision-making with the use of relevant software such as, Collibra, Excel, and Tableau or similar standard visualization toolExperience drafting, editing, and implementing data management business rules for use by developers, data cataloging, those extracting data or preparing reports from enterprise databasesAdept at managing project plans and resources to ensure successful project completionExperience utilizing business analytics to enable organizational learning and data-driven decisionsADDITIONAL INFORMATIONSecurity Clearance Level: TS/SCI with PolyLocation: On Customer SiteGDIT IS YOUR PLACE:401K with company matchComprehensive health and wellness packagesInternal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your careerProfessional growth opportunities including paid education and certificationsCutting-edge technology you can learn fromRest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays#OpportunityOwned#GDITCareers#WeAreGDIT#JETThe likely salary range for this position is $154,960 - $178,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Travel Required:NoneTelecommuting Options:OnsiteWork Location:USA VA McLeanAdditional Work Locations:Total Rewards at GDIT:Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.SummaryLocation: USA VA McLeanType: Full time