Data Management/Governance Specialist

Guidehouse • San Antonio, TX

7d

About The Position

What You Will Do: Assist in implementing data governance frameworks. Support metadata management and cataloging tasks. Help monitor data quality and compliance. Document governance policies and procedures. Collaborate with teams to define data stewardship roles. Participate in audits and reporting activities. Assist in lifecycle management of data assets. Support integration of governance tools with cloud. Provide training on governance best practices. Help enforce data privacy standards.

Requirements

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Management or related field.
• Basic understanding of data governance principles.
• Ability to learn metadata management tools.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to tools like Collibra or Alation.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good communication skills.
• Interest in compliance standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Basic knowledge of data quality monitoring.
• Problem-solving mindset.
• Willingness to learn cloud governance concepts.
• Experience with data lineage analysis.
• Knowledge of AI/ML governance considerations.
• Familiarity with DoD compliance standards.
• Understanding of zero-trust security models.
• Experience with agile governance implementation.
• Interest in process improvement frameworks.
• Knowledge of federal cybersecurity requirements.
• Experience with enterprise data platforms.
• Ability to lead governance working groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing data governance frameworks.
• Support metadata management and cataloging tasks.
• Help monitor data quality and compliance.
• Document governance policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with teams to define data stewardship roles.
• Participate in audits and reporting activities.
• Assist in lifecycle management of data assets.
• Support integration of governance tools with cloud.
• Provide training on governance best practices.
• Help enforce data privacy standards.

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level