26-1121: Data Governance Architect - Herndon, VA

Navitas Business Consulting Inc.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top Secret clearance eligibility

Job summary

Navitas Business Consulting Inc. is seeking a Data Governance Architect to lead enterprise data governance frameworks and policies ensuring secure, compliant data sharing and management across programs.

The role requires an active Top Secret with SCI eligibility, a bachelor’s degree, and 8+ years of data governance experience. Candidates should have experience creating governance policies and knowledge of metadata management and data quality practices.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of data governance experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Data Management, or related field.
• Experience creating enterprise governance policies and standards.
• Knowledge of metadata management and data quality practices.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of enterprise data governance frameworks and policies.
• Define data-sharing agreements and governance controls.
• Establish metadata, data quality, and stewardship standards.
• Design governance frameworks for AI training data and feature stores.
• Develop AI data lineage and traceability controls.
• Support cybersecurity and Zero Trust compliance.
• Facilitate governance working groups and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Data governance

Metadata management

Data quality

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CDMP

CISSP

Security+

Job description

Data Governance Architect

Job ID: 26-1121

Clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility

Location: DC Metro

Who We Are

Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.

What We Do

At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.

What You’ll Do

The Data Governance Architect leads the development of enterprise data governance frameworks and policies to ensure secure, compliant, and effective data sharing and management.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to

• Develop enterprise data governance strategies and standards.
• Define data-sharing agreements and governance controls.
• Establish metadata, data quality, and stewardship standards.
• Design governance frameworks for AI training data and feature stores.
• Develop AI data lineage and traceability controls.
• Support compliance with cybersecurity and Zero Trust requirements.
• Facilitate governance working groups and stakeholder engagement.

What You’ll Need

• Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Data Management, or related field.
• 8+ years of data governance experience.
• Experience creating enterprise governance policies and standards.
• Knowledge of metadata management and data quality practices.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance

Set Yourself Apart With

• Experience supporting federal government programs.
• Knowledge of AI governance and model data management.
• CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) or equivalent preferred. CISSP or Security+ preferred for data sharing governance.

Salary Range: $120k - $147k
The pay range provided is a good-faith estimate and represents the range the company reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Individual compensation may vary based on skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and business needs.

The pay range provided is a good-faith estimate and represents the range the company reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Individual compensation may vary based on skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and business needs.

Equal Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Navitas Business Consulting is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Navitas Human Resources.

Navitas is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Navitas.