Data Governance Manager at Analytica

**Who this is for** This role is for a seasoned data professional looking to lead enterprise-level data governance initiatives within the federal healthcare sec

Work type: onsite

Location: Falls Church, VA

Type: full-time

Summary

**Who this is for** This role is for a seasoned data professional looking to lead enterprise-level data governance initiatives within the federal healthcare sector, specifically supporting the Defense Health Agency in a hybrid capacity. **Key highlights** You will spearhead the development and implementation of data governance frameworks, managing metadata and catalogs via tools like Microsoft Purview or Informatica while ensuring strict adherence to federal compliance standards such as HIPAA and FISMA. **You might be a good fit if you...** - Possess 5+ years of experience in data governance or management within complex, regulated environments. - Have hands-on experience utilizing SQL, Python, and Power BI to support data quality and governance workflows. - Maintain active status or eligibility for a U.S. government Secret clearance. - Are experienced with federal healthcare programs and managing data across its entire lifecycle.

Job Description

Analytica is seeking a Data Governance Managerto support one or more dynamic, long-term federal government enterprise data programs for the Defense Health Agency.  The position will be hybrid in the Falls Church VA area 

Analytica has been recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest-growing 250 businesses in the US for 3 years. We work with U.S. government clients in health, civilian, and national security missions to build better technology products that impact our day-to-day lives. The company offers competitive compensation with opportunities for bonuses, employer-paid health care, training and development funds, and 401k match.    

Responsibilities: ​ 

• Develop and implement practical, tool-based data governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure data quality, consistency, and compliance. 

• Work with stakeholders to define data ownership, stewardship, and accountability roles and responsibilities. 

• Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and business users to build and manage data pipelines that support data governance and quality initiatives.

• Manage metadata and data catalogs using tools such as Microsoft Purview, Informatica, or Collibra.

• Monitor data lifecycle management practices, including data classification, usage, retention, and archiving. 

• Ensure compliance with federal regulations and standards including HIPAA, FISMA, and other applicable data security guidelines. 

• Support data governance working groups and participate in interdepartmental collaboration on data-related initiatives. 

• Maintain data dictionaries, metadata repositories, and data governance documentation. 

• Lead and manage data quality assessments and remediation efforts to ensure accurate and reliable data. 

• Provide training and guidance on governing data directly within tools and platforms, not just through written policies.

• Mentor and develop data analysts and junior staff 

• Collaborate on the implementation of data governance tools and technologies to support data lineage, metadata management, data cataloging, and data quality monitoring 

• Utilize SQL, Python, Power BI, or similar tools to directly support governance, data quality, and analysis efforts.

• Bachelor's degree in information management, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field. 

• 5+ years of experience in data governance, data management, or related roles. 

• Strong understanding of data governance principles, practical Implementation withing tools, data quality management, and data lifecycle management. 

• Demonstrated hands-on experience working with data pipelines, SQL, Python, Power BI, or similar tools.

• Experience managing metadata and catalogs using governance tools like Microsoft Purview, Informatica, or Collibra.

• Familiarity with data privacy regulations and compliance requirements (e.g., HIPAA). 

• Experience with data cataloging, metadata management, and governance tools. 

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. 

• Experience working in government healthcare programs (e.g., VA, DHA, DoD) 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with non-technical stakeholders 

• Experience with enterprise data governance frameworks in complex, regulated environments.

• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously. 

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and either hold or be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance or higher

• Certification in data governance or related areas (DM-BOK, CDMP, CISSP, CIPP) a plus

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