Data Governance Policy Analyst - Secret Clearance REQUIRED

Akima

The Role

Overview

Implement and manage enterprise data governance, ensuring data quality, security, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • governance framework
  • data tools
  • quality management
  • metrics dashboard
  • risk management
  • stakeholder training

Tasks

-Assist in the creation and maintenance of a data governance framework, including data stewardship, data quality management, and data lifecycle management. -Collaborate with CISO and Cybersecurity to identify, assess, and mitigate data-related risks, including data privacy and security risks. -Implement and manage data governance tools, ensuring they are effectively utilized by stakeholders. -Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in data governance processes and practices. -Define, monitor, and enforce key performance indicators (KPIs) and data quality standards across the organization, establishing clear guidelines and criteria for data management. -Stay current with industry trends and advancements in data governance technologies and best practices. -Promote a culture of innovation and excellence in data management and governance. -Help to integrate data governance tools with other enterprise systems and platforms to enhance data management capabilities. -The Data Governance Lead will work with the Chief Data Officer to understand the scope of OIG data assets at the domain level to understand full picture of what is being governed (e.g., legal, finance, human resources, mission domain 1, mission domain 2, etc.) and communicate to the data governance framework to the business. -Develop and maintain a data risk management framework, including risk assessment, mitigation, and monitoring processes. -Provide training and support to stakeholders on data governance policies, standards, and practices. -Ensure proper documentation and communication of data governance processes and standards. -Establish and maintain data governance policies, standards, and procedures to ensure data quality, integrity, and security. This also includes adherence to other overseeing data directives from DoD. -Develop and deliver regular reports on data governance activities, progress, and outcomes to senior leadership. -Assist in defining and driving the data governance roadmap, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and objectives. -Foster a culture of data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement. -Implement data quality management processes and tools to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of data. -Create and maintain dashboards and visualizations to track and report on data governance metrics and KPIs. For example, showing progress and results of data governance projects or initiatives taking place across OIG. -Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational data governance requirements. -Collaborate with the Cybersecurity team to ensure data protection and compliance with cybersecurity standards. -Assist in leading initiatives to enhance data literacy, data governance maturity and capabilities within the OIG. -Participate in industry forums, conferences, and professional networks to stay informed about emerging trends and best practices. -Conduct regular data quality assessments and audits, identifying data quality issues to be resolved by the Lead Data Steward in collaboration with other data stewards. -Engage with key stakeholders, including data owners, data stewards, and business units, to drive data governance initiatives. -Help develop and manage a data stewardship program, including the recruitment, training, and support of data stewards. -Facilitate data owner and stewardship activities, including data classification, metadata management, master data management, and data lineage tracking. -Facilitate cross-functional data governance committees or working groups to ensure alignment and collaboration.

Requirements

  • leadership
  • data governance
  • cdgp
  • cimp
  • government
  • 5‑7 years

What You Bring

-Demonstrated experience in a leadership or senior specialist role within a data governance team. -Relevant certifications such as Certified Data Governance Professional (CDGP), Certified Information Management Professional (CIMP), or similar are desirable but not mandatory. -Experience working within a government or highly regulated environment is preferred. -Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in data governance or a related field. -Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Management, or a related field.

The Company

About Akima

-Founded with a vision to support critical sectors, providing solutions across defense, intelligence, and civil sectors. -Serves a broad spectrum of industries, including energy, infrastructure, and water resources. -Delivered complex projects, such as large-scale infrastructure upgrades and energy management solutions. -Projects often involve intricate logistical coordination, requiring a deep understanding of specialized markets. -Approach is deeply collaborative, often working alongside government agencies and other key partners. -Noteworthy projects include managing water resource systems and optimizing energy infrastructure for municipalities. -Focus on operational excellence makes it a go-to partner for government and private sector organizations.

Sector Specialisms

Facilities & Ground Logistics

Information Technology

Aerospace Solutions

Protective Services

Systems Engineering

Mission Support

Government Security Operations

Detention Management Operations

Computing Infrastructure Providers

Data Processing

Web Hosting

Logistics and Supply Chain

Aviation Logistics

Supply Chain Services

Contractor Logistics Support

Depot Level Maintenance, Repair & Refit

Global Logistics Support

Maintenance

Transportation

Supply Chain Management

Security Clearance

-- secret clearance required