Chief Data Architect with Security Clearance

DCCA; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 128,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement plan

Paid disability and life insurance

Education assistance

Wellness initiatives

Annual salary review

Growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

DCCA in Maryland seeks a Chief Data Architect with TS/SCI clearance to lead enterprise data architecture initiatives across government and commercial clients. You will shape data policy, governance, and architecture standards while guiding data mesh adoption.

The role focuses on data quality, security, and regulatory compliance, aligning ODNI/IC data standards and driving data literacy across sponsor teams. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience and 7–12 years of related experience required.
• Must have TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop enterprise data architectures ensuring data quality, security, and compliance with policies and standards.
• Implement data mesh architecture across a dynamic workforce.
• Provide subject matter expertise on data policy and governance.
• Draft, edit and coordinate data policy/governance materials for Sponsor review.
• Coordinate processes for ODNI data sharing, analysis, and interoperability.
• Identify and support technologies that enable data services and tools.
• Collaborate with Sponsor stakeholders and facilitate governance activities.
• Improve data acumen among Sponsor workforce.
• Develop and implement ODNI Enterprise Data Architecture aligned with IC enterprise architectures.
• Develop and implement ODNI Enterprise Data Standards and metrics to improve data normalization.

Skills

Data architecture

Data governance

Policy drafting

Security/compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

DCCA is a veteran-owned IT business specializing in providing innovative solutions to a variety of government agencies and commercial enterprises since 1982. DCCA is proud to offer career growth opportunities and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website at: www.dcca.com Chief Data Architect Candidate must have a TS/SCI For over 40 years, DCCA has provided a broad range of IT services to government agencies and commercial enterprises, helping them to feel confident in their IT infrastructure. With DCCA, these organizations can be confident in the flexibility and skill of their IT partners, allowing them to upgrade their technology quickly and efficiently. Better yet, thanks to DCCA's successful track record, clients can rest assured knowing DCCA can tackle any problem with ease, allowing them to focus on the work that matters. Internally, DCCA prides itself on a culture built on integrity and inclusivity, allowing its employees to build lasting skills and relationships. As a veteran owned business, DCCA knows the importance of recruiting employees with a wide range of backgrounds, allowing for every problem to be approached by a diverse array of perspectives. Join us and be part of a team that has a people first mentality and a dedication to excellence.

Key Tasks:

• Experience in developing enterprise data architectures, ensuring data quality, security, and compliance with organizational policies and industry standards, utilizing emerging technologies such as data analytics, machine learning, and cloud-based data storage.
• Experience with how to implement a data mesh architecture across a dynamic workforce.
• Providing subject matter expertise on data policy and governance materials;
• Drafting, editing, and facilitating the coordination of data policy and governance materials subjec to Sponsor review and approval;
• Drafting, editing, and facilitating the coordination of processes for ODNI data sharing, analysis, and interoperability;
• Identifying and supporting opportunities to implement technologies that support data services and tools;
• Collaborating with Sponsor stakeholders, including organizing and facilitating governance activities related to governance boards and working groups, as necessary
• Identifying opportunities and support initiatives to improve data acumen among the Sponsor workforce;
• Developing and implementing an ODNI Enterprise Data Architecture and ensuring its integration with the overall ODNI and IC enterprise architectures
• Developing and implementing ODNI Enterprise Data Standards and metrics to identify and improve data normalization across the organization

Required Education / Certifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience and seven to twelve years of related experience is required.

Salary and Benefits:

• The proposed salary range for this position in Maryland is 128,000 to 270,000. Final salary will be determined based on various factors.
• Healthcare
• Retirement plan
• Paid disability and life insurance programs
• Employee assistance program
• Paid and unpaid leave programs
• Education assistance
• Wellness initiatives
• Competitive Compensation: While salary at DCCA is determined by various factors, we are committed to making sure our salaries reflect the skill and expertise of our employees. In addition, each year we perform an annual salary review ensuring pay is equitable across both the company and industry at large.
• Growth Opportunities: DCCA makes it a priority to help you grow and support your career advancement. From upskilling programs to recertification support, to professional development opportunities, we're here to help you grow your career and create lasting relationships.
• Emphasis on Inclusivity: DCCA's culture emphasizes respect, equity, and opportunity and is supported by an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection.
• Empowering Health: DCCA's benefits which encompass healthcare, paid time off, and flexible 401(k) options encourage you to live a healthy and fulfilling life, both in and outside of work.
• Learn more about our total benefits package on our Benefits page.
• Mission Focused Work: From the defense industry to health IT management, DCCA allows you to work on innovative projects whose outcomes improve people's lives and solve today's IT problems.
• Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets