Program Manager - Data and GIS Governance

Cynet Systems • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

This role focuses on leading enterprise data programs within a large organization, with a strong emphasis on data governance principles, frameworks, and best practices. The Program Manager will manage the full data lifecycle, oversee master data management, and champion data quality enhancement and documentation processes. A key aspect of this role involves providing strategic direction for geospatial governance and the ArcGIS platform, ensuring the integration of GIS capabilities into enterprise processes. The position requires excellent communication and problem-solving skills to translate complex data concepts into actionable insights and to facilitate cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

• Extensive experience leading enterprise data programs within a large organization.
• Deep understanding of data governance principles, frameworks, and industry best practices.
• Proven capability in managing the full data lifecycle within complex organizational structures.
• Expertise in metadata management, data quality enhancement, and building sustainable data documentation processes.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a track record of designing scalable processes and governance mechanisms.
• Ability to translate abstract or technically complex concepts into approachable, actionable insights.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Seasoned expertise in enterprise data programs and data lifecycle management.
• Experience in remediation of data quality challenges within large public or private organizations.

Nice To Haves

• ArcGIS platform experience.
• Safe Software FME experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the enterprise data governance framework, ensuring consistency, accountability, and effective data stewardship.
• Oversee master data management efforts supporting mission‑critical datasets.
• Champion data lifecycle best practices — from creation and storage to archival — ensuring alignment with regulatory, operational, and security requirements.
• Manage and Experienced metadata standards, data dictionaries, classification systems, and documentation practices.
• Drive remediation strategies for data quality issues by collaborating closely with business units, technical teams, and subject matter experts.
• Provide strategic direction for geospatial governance, ArcGIS platform utilization, and integration of GIS capabilities into enterprise processes.
• Support adoption of emerging data tools, technologies, and platforms, ensuring the organization remains modern, efficient, and data‑driven.
• Communicate complex data topics clearly to technical and non‑technical audiences; develop training, guidance materials, and governance communications.
• Facilitate cross‑functional working groups, ensuring alignment on data priorities and policies.

What This Job Offers

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