Data Management Operations Lead

TEKsystems; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a highly analytical Data Management Operations Lead for a contract-to-hire role in Columbus, OH. This hands-on leadership role focuses on data governance, quality, and regulatory reporting within financial services.

You will lead the Data Operations Management team, manage cross-functional stakeholders, and drive automation and process improvements. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in data-related operations, strong communication skills, and experience with SQL, Snowflake,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business, economics or related fields or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years in data-related operations, business operations or process support.

Responsibilities

• Lead data operations initiatives and manage the Data Operations Management team.
• Partner with business leaders, report owners, and model owners.
• Drive data quality, data certification, and issue management processes.
• Improve and automate manual data processes.
• Provide input on AI, automation, and process improvement.
• Report progress and metrics to senior leadership.

Skills

Data management

Data governance

Data

Sql

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Economics, or related fields

Tools

Collibra

Alation

Informatica

Talend

Ataccama

Snowflake

Databricks

BigQuery

Job description

Description

This is a contract to hire role lead role. This person will be responsible for a lot of stakeholder management while still being hands on. This resource will be onsite 4 days a week.

This person will:

• Lead data management initiatives across this division
• Partner with business leaders, report owners, and model owners
• Drive data certification, data quality, and issue management processes
• Help improve and automate manual processes
• Provide strategic input around AI, automation, and process improvement
• Report progress and metrics to senior leadership and committees

JOB DESCRIPTION

Currently seeking a highly analytical and collaborative Data Management Operations Lead with a strong understanding of regulatory reporting within financial institutions. The ideal candidate will have banking or financial services experience and a background in data management, data governance, and data quality.

This individual will play a key role in ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and availability of data used across the organization. They will work closely with business and technology stakeholders to understand regulatory data requirements, analyze data flows, identify quality issues, and ensure data is properly governed and available to support regulatory reporting, data modeling, and business needs.

Summary:

The Data Management Operations Lead is responsible for delivering high-quality data services and operational support for the enterprise, with a high level of technical skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works with business partners and team to understand requirements for data use, analysis, and quality. Maintains knowledge of the legal, compliance and regulatory issues impacting data.
• Lead and manage assigned functions on Data Operations Management team, as well as the execution of assigned data management tasks and projects.
• Drive initiatives to enhance data quality and process improvement.
• Collaborate with leadership to align data management strategies with business objectives.
• Coaches individuals through change and serves as role model and may mentor other team members.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree (Computer Science, Business Administration, Economics, or related fields) or equivalent relevant work experience.
• 7+ years experience with data-related operations, business operations or process support role

Preferred Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience with data-related operations, business operations, or process support roles, working with or in business operations and reporting processes, and translating business data needs into technical language and partnering with team and technical partners ensure effective solution delivery.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong analytical thinking with the ability to identify and build sustainable solutions.
• Thorough knowledge of various software programs including Microsoft Office programs, and the ability to quickly learn new programs/systems.
• Experience working with SQL, Snowflake, Tableau.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and listening skills
• Strong problem-solving skills, focusing on outcomes and results.
• Understanding of Data Management principles, best practices and processes
• Proven experience leading data operations teams or initiatives in a complex, enterprise environment.
• Experience managing cross-functional stakeholders and influencing without direct authority.
• Demonstrated success in designing and implementing scalable, efficient workflows and controls.
• Experience with operational risk management and compliance in a regulated industry.
• Track record of leading process improvement initiatives using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile.

Professional certifications such as:

• CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) demonstrating expertise in data governance, quality, and architecture.
• DGSP (Data Governance and Stewardship Professional) highlighting experience in stewardship and governance frameworks.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) indicating strong project leadership and delivery skills.

Hands-on experience with enterprise data management tools, such as:

• Collibra or Alation for data governance and cataloging.
• Informatica, Talend, or Ataccama for data quality and integration.
• Snowflake, Databricks, or BigQuery for cloud-based data operations.

Skills

Data management, Data governance, Data, Sql

Top Skills Details

Data management

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Columbus,OH.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.