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Data Governance Lead

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What you’ll work on

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  • Develop and implement the agency's data governance framework and policies

  • Establish data cataloging, metadata management, and data privacy strategies

  • Monitor compliance with NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, and cybersecurity standards

  • Train staff on data governance principles, policies, and best practices

  • Document data governance processes, policies, and procedures

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Lead the development and implementation of the agency’s data governance framework
Establish and enforce data cataloging, metadata management, and data privacy strategies
Monitor compliance with NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, and cybersecurity standards
Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate staff on data governance principles, policies, and best practices
Develop and maintain documentation for data governance processes, policies, and procedures

What you’ll bring

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Core experience

  • 7+ years of data governance experience in public sector or federal setting
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Data Science, Business Administration, or related field
  • Track record of developing and implementing data governance frameworks
  • U.S. citizenship and willingness to obtain a security clearance

Preferred experience

  • Familiarity with data cataloging tools (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Alation) and their practical applications in governance initiatives is preferred.
Qualification wording
Minimum of 7 years of experience in data governance in a public sector or federal government setting
Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Data Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
Proven track record of developing and implementing data governance frameworks and policies.
Ability and willingness to obtain a security clearance.
Familiarity with data cataloging tools (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Alation) and their practical applications in governance initiatives is preferred.
Education & alternatives
MINIMUM EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Data Science, Business Administration, or a related field. REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:
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About the role

We file this job under Data Governance, by the work the posting describes.

Data governance staff keep a company's data accurate, documented and used within the rules. They agree what key fields mean, set up quality checks, track who owns each dataset and look after master data.

Postings ask for SQL, a governance tool such as Collibra or Informatica, knowledge of privacy and data rules, and a lot of work with other teams.

A data engineer builds the systems that move data; governance staff set and check the standards that data has to meet.

Job description

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This is a remote position.

JOB SUMMARY:

Genesis Consulting has an immediate opportunity for an experienced Data Governance Lead to join our team and support a Federal Agency project centered around Data Management and Analytics. The ideal candidate will be responsible for establishing and overseeing data governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with federal data security standards, and promoting best practices in data management across the federal agencies. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong background in data governance, compliance, and regulatory frameworks to enhance the quality and integrity of data across the organization.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the development and implementation of the agency’s data governance framework, ensuring adherence to policies and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Establish and enforce data cataloging, metadata management, and data privacy strategies to ensure data integrity and usability.
• Collaborate with the agencies to promote data standardization and access policies, facilitating effective data stewardship across the organization.
• Monitor compliance with NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, and cybersecurity standards to protect sensitive data and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Engage with stakeholders to identify data governance challenges and propose strategic solutions that enhance data management processes.
• Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate staff on data governance principles, policies, and best practices.
• Develop and maintain documentation for data governance processes, policies, and procedures to ensure knowledge continuity and accessibility.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support data quality assessment initiatives and promote a culture of data-driven decision-making.



Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in data governance in a public sector or federal government setting focused on compliance and/or regulatory frameworks.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing data governance frameworks and policies.
• Strong understanding of data security, compliance standards, and data stewardship best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively under pressure.
• Familiarity with data cataloging tools (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Alation) and their practical applications in governance initiatives is preferred.

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Data Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

None Required.

OTHER:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Ability and willingness to obtain a security clearance.



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