Data Governance Specialist

Bah; Florida; Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Data Governance Specialist to secure and optimize data environments across national defense operations. You will guide data governance, metadata, and cataloging initiatives while ensuring compliance with DoW and IC security policies.

The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance analytics and AI capabilities, with a focus on safeguarding sensitive information and supporting data-driven defense strategies.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and managing data governance frameworks.
• Experience implementing metadata and data cataloging solutions.
• Experience ensuring compliance with DoW and IC data security policies.
• Experience using tools such as Databricks Unity Catalog, Collibra, Alation, AWS Glue, and Azure Purview.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Data Management, Information Science and 2+ years of experience in data governance or 5+ years of experience in data governance in lieu of degree.

Skills

Data governance

Metadata

Data catalog

Security compliance

Cross-functional

TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Management, Information Science or Computer Science

Tools

Databricks Unity Catalog

Collibra

Alation

AWS Glue

Azure Purview

Job description

Data Governance Specialist

The Opportunity

As a Data Governance Specialist, you'll play a vital role in securing and optimizing data environments across national defense operations. Your solutions will advance operational analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning capabilities, enabling smarter and faster decision-making while ensuring data is governed ethically, accessed securely, and shielded from adversaries. By leveraging cutting‑edge tools and driving innovation, you'll contribute directly to safeguarding sensitive information and strengthening the Department’s data‑first defense strategy. At the intersection of collaboration and innovation, this is your opportunity to redefine how data is used to protect our nation and make a lasting, tangible difference.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have

• Experience developing and managing data governance frameworks
• Experience implementing metadata and data cataloging solutions
• Experience ensuring compliance with DoW and IC data security policies
• Experience using tools such as Databricks Unity Catalog, Collibra, Alation, AWS Glue, and Azure Purview
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Data Management, Information Science, Computer Science and 2+ years of experience in data governance or 5+ years of experience in data governance in lieu of degree

Nice If You Have

• Experience working in DoW or IC organizations
• Certifications in Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), DAMA Certified Data Governance Professional (DGSP), or Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well‑being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in‑person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people‑first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full‑time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.