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Journeyman Data Manager

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$120,000–150,000/year — pay source
Job Type: Full-time (Onsite) Pay Range: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year Benefits
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OPERATING HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS: This is a full-time onsite position supporting operations at a Government facility within the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The selected candidate must be capable of working independently while supporting mission priorities and customer-directed schedules. TRAVEL:
At CIS Secure and its associated companies, Intrepid Solutions and Darkblade Systems, we believe in promoting fair and transparent pay practices. We are committed to disclosing the compensation range for transparency and to set clear expectations for all applicants for this posting. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base salary for the advertised job, promotion, or transfer opportunity. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. The actual salary offered may vary based on various factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, education, geographic location, as well as internal equity, and alignment to market data. Job Type: Full-time (Onsite) Pay Range: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
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Citizens onlyActive Top Secret (TS) security clearance required at the time of application

What you’ll work on

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  • Collect, organize, validate and maintain mission data from Government and enterprise sources

  • Analyze assessment data to find trends, inconsistencies and improvement opportunities

  • Maintain data quality through validation, normalization and quality assurance

  • Build and maintain data repositories, tracking tools, reports and documentation

  • Support preparation of reports, briefings and dashboards for Government leadership

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Collect, organize, validate, and maintain mission-related data from multiple Government and enterprise sources.
Perform analytical exploitation of assessment data to identify trends, inconsistencies, and opportunities for operational improvement.
Maintain data quality through validation, normalization, and routine quality assurance activities.
Develop and maintain data repositories, tracking tools, reports, and supporting documentation.
Support the preparation of reports, briefings, dashboards, and other analytical products used by Government leadership.

What you’ll bring

All qualifications

Core experience

  • Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) eligibility and any customer-required accesses.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in any field.
  • Ability to perform assigned duties independently with minimal supervision.
  • Experience supporting Department of Defense or Department of the Air Force programs.
  • Experience collecting, organizing, validating, and maintaining structured data.
  • Experience with enterprise data management platforms or data repositories.

Preferred experience

  • Experience with Palantir Foundry or similar enterprise data platforms is highly desirable.
Qualification wording
Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) eligibility and any customer-required accesses.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in any field.
Ability to perform assigned duties independently with minimal supervision.
Experience supporting Department of Defense or Department of the Air Force programs.
Experience collecting, organizing, validating, and maintaining structured data.
Experience with enterprise data management platforms or data repositories.
Experience with Palantir Foundry or similar enterprise data platforms is highly desirable.
Education & alternatives
EDUCATION: - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in any field. CERTIFICATION(S):

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  • At CIS Secure and its associated companies, Intrepid Solutions and Darkblade Systems, we believe in promoting fair and transparent pay practices. We are committed to disclosing the compensation range for transparency and to set clear expectations for all applicants for this posting. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base salary for the advertised job, promotion, or transfer opportunity. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. The actual salary offered may vary based on various factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, education, geographic location, as well as internal equity, and alignment to market data.
  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Health Savings Account option
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Vision insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Ancillary offerings (Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay
  • CIS Secure and it's associated companies, Intrepid Solutions and Darkblade Systems, 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.

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- Experience using business intelligence, reporting, or data visualization tools. - Familiarity with SQL, Power BI, Python, or similar analytical tools. - Experience supporting data governance, metadata management, or data quality initiatives.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. - Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining data accuracy and integrity.

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Job description

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Overview

CIS Secure is seeking a Journeyman Data Manager for its Intrepid Solutions operating company to support a mission-critical Department of the Air Force program. This position is responsible for supporting enterprise data management, assessment processes, and analytical data exploitation in a secure operational environment.

 

The Journeyman Data Manager will collect, organize, validate, and maintain mission-critical data that enables operational analysis and informed decision-making. The selected candidate will work closely with Government stakeholders, analysts, and technical teams to ensure the integrity, accessibility, and usability of data supporting Mission Assurance activities. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong organizational skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to work independently while supporting multiple data-driven initiatives.Note: This position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

  • Collect, organize, validate, and maintain mission-related data from multiple Government and enterprise sources.
  • Support assessment processes through accurate data collection, management, and documentation.
  • Perform analytical exploitation of assessment data to identify trends, inconsistencies, and opportunities for operational improvement.
  • Maintain data quality through validation, normalization, and routine quality assurance activities.
  • Develop and maintain data repositories, tracking tools, reports, and supporting documentation.
  • Coordinate with Government personnel and cross-functional teams to obtain, verify, and update mission-critical information.
  • Support the preparation of reports, briefings, dashboards, and other analytical products used by Government leadership.
  • Ensure proper handling, storage, and protection of classified and sensitive information in accordance with applicable security requirements.
  • Assist with the continuous improvement of data management processes, workflows, and documentation.
  • Identify data discrepancies, resolve inconsistencies, and recommend process improvements that enhance data reliability and accessibility.
  • Support enterprise data lifecycle activities, including collection, organization, maintenance, and archival of mission-related information.
  • Perform assigned duties independently while maintaining effective communication with Government representatives and program leadership.

OPERATING HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:

This is a full-time onsite position supporting operations at a Government facility within the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The selected candidate must be capable of working independently while supporting mission priorities and customer-directed schedules.

TRAVEL:

Limited travel may be required to support program meetings, customer engagements, assessments, or other mission requirements.

Qualifications

CLEARANCE:

  • Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance required at the time of application.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) eligibility and any customer-required accesses.
  • This position requires work within a Government-owned or controlled Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF).

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in any field.

CERTIFICATION(S):

  • No certifications are required at the time of hire.
  • In accordance with contract requirements, successful candidates may be required to obtain a Palantir Foundry Application Developer Certification following contract award.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Three (3) or more years of professional experience.
  • Ability to perform assigned duties independently with minimal supervision.
  • Experience collecting, organizing, validating, and maintaining structured data.
  • Experience supporting data collection efforts and maintaining accurate records.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Experience preparing reports, documentation, and analytical deliverables.
  • Ability to identify data discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining data accuracy and integrity.
  • Experience handling sensitive or classified information in accordance with established security procedures.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Experience supporting Department of Defense or Department of the Air Force programs.
  • Experience with enterprise data management platforms or data repositories.
  • Experience using business intelligence, reporting, or data visualization tools.
  • Familiarity with SQL, Power BI, Python, or similar analytical tools.
  • Experience supporting data governance, metadata management, or data quality initiatives.
  • Experience working within secure or classified environments.
  • Experience with Palantir Foundry or similar enterprise data platforms is highly desirable.

Benefits

At CIS Secure and its associated companies, Intrepid Solutions and Darkblade Systems, we believe in promoting fair and transparent pay practices. We are committed to disclosing the compensation range for transparency and to set clear expectations for all applicants for this posting. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base salary for the advertised job, promotion, or transfer opportunity. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. The actual salary offered may vary based on various factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, education, geographic location, as well as internal equity, and alignment to market data.

 

Job Type: Full-time (Onsite)

 

Pay Range: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits

  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Health Savings Account option
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Vision insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Ancillary offerings (Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay

 

CIS Secure and it's associated companies, Intrepid Solutions and Darkblade Systems, 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.

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Job Type: Full-time (Onsite) Pay Range: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year Benefits
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CLEARANCE: - Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance required at the time of application. - Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) eligibility and any customer-required accesses.

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