Data Governance Lead

Synectics for Management Decisions Inc • Washington, DC

6d • $150,000 - $160,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We're looking for a Data Governance Lead to build and run a data governance program for a federal government client - establishing quality assurance and compliance practices across the organization and supporting its data governance leadership and committee. Job location is the Washington, DC Metro Area. Hybrid or Remote options can be considered. Position is contingent upon contract award.

Requirements

• Experience applying government or enterprise data-management expectations, including auditability, traceability, and quality controls
• Familiarity with metadata standards, stewardship practices, and data quality frameworks
• Experience producing SOPs, runbooks, and governance artifacts for regulated stakeholders
• Experience supporting or facilitating governance committees, charters, and decision-tracking processes
• Familiarity with privacy and data-protection requirements applicable to government or regulated environments
• Must be able to pass a federal background investigation prior to starting work and maintain eligibility throughout the engagement.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• DAMA CDMP – Associate or Practitioner

Responsibilities

• Support the client's data governance leadership and committee, including charters, meeting support, and decision tracking
• Develop a data governance maturity model and associated improvement roadmap
• Create and implement an organization-wide data quality framework, including defined quality dimensions, metrics, and reporting practices
• Produce high-level compliance documentation supporting privacy, retention, access controls, and authorized use
• Deliver targeted training on governance, stewardship, and data quality best practices
• Ensure governance documentation is consistent, clear, and aligned with regulatory expectations

Benefits

• Join a collaborative team supporting high-impact federal programs that incorporate innovative technology solutions.
• You'll have the opportunity to lead complex modernization initiatives, work alongside talented technical professionals, and help shape the future of government IT and data management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed