Data Manager

Peraton; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 135,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton in Bethesda, MD, is seeking a Data Manager to oversee data lifecycle management and governance processes. Responsibilities include improving data practices, supporting integration efforts, and conducting quality assessments.

The ideal candidate should have 8+ years of experience in data management or governance, possess TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance, and demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary range of $135,000 to $216,000.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in data management, governance, or integration.
• TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in developing technical documentation and reports.
• Ability to analyze data processes and recommend improvements.

Responsibilities

• Establish and improve data lifecycle processes.
• Support data governance initiatives.
• Integrate disparate data sources.
• Conduct data quality assessments.
• Collaborate with teams on data requirements.

Skills

Data lifecycle management

Data governance

Data integration

Metadata management

Communication skills

SQL

Python

Excel

Access

Education

BA/BS or 12+ years of relevant experience

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Data Manager

Job Location

US-MD-Bethesda

Responsibilities

• Establish, maintain, and improve enterprise data lifecycle processes, including data ingestion, storage, usage, archival, and retention practices.
• Support enterprise data governance initiatives by defining and maintaining data standards, validation rules, metadata management practices, and quality control procedures.
• Integrate disparate data sources and artifacts across federated systems to support interoperability and mission requirements.
• Support the development, maintenance, and optimization of enterprise data repositories and storage environments.
• Conduct data quality assessments and implement standardized processes to improve data reliability and minimize manual intervention.
• Perform configuration management and controlled documentation reviews to ensure alignment, traceability, consistency, and version control across data assets and engineering documentation.
• Analyze enterprise data structures, policies, and workflows to identify opportunities for improved accessibility, efficiency, and reliability.
• Develop and maintain documentation, reports, briefing materials, and technical artifacts related to data governance, repository management, and integration activities.
• Support integration of new data models, standards, schemas, and artifacts into existing enterprise environments.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and stakeholder teams to support evolving mission and program data requirements.
• Provide recommendations to improve enterprise data architecture, governance policies, interoperability standards, and repository performance.
• Communicate technical findings and recommendations clearly through written documentation, visual presentations, and verbal briefings suitable for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Required Qualifications

• Requires BA/BS and 8+ years of experience supporting data management, data governance, data integration, or enterprise data environments; or no degree and 12+ years of relevant experience.
• TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required.
• Experience supporting enterprise data lifecycle management processes and data governance initiatives.
• Experience with data integration, interoperability, metadata management, and repository administration.
• Knowledge of configuration management principles, version control practices, and documentation governance.
• Experience developing and maintaining technical documentation, reports, and briefing materials.
• Proficiency with data management and analysis tools such as SQL, Python, Excel, Access, or equivalent technologies.
• Experience supporting enterprise data repositories, storage environments, or data management platforms.
• Ability to analyze data-related processes and recommend improvements to data quality, accessibility, and operational efficiency.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical concepts to diverse stakeholder audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced mission environment.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting Intelligence Community programs or other federal government environments.
• Familiarity with data governance frameworks, metadata standards, and enterprise data management best practices.
• Hands-on experience with Jira, Confluence, or other collaboration and configuration management tools.
• Experience supporting cloud-based data environments and enterprise storage architectures.
• Familiarity with automation processes that improve data validation, ingestion, and reporting workflows.
• Experience supporting configuration control boards, technical review processes, or engineering documentation management.
• Understanding of enterprise interoperability standards and data exchange methodologies.
• Experience with the following Work Products preferred: Data Management Lifecycle Documentation, Data Governance and Quality Plans, Data Integration and Interoperability Plans, Data Repository and Infrastructure Documentation, Configuration Management and Documentation Review Reports, Data Standards and Architecture Recommendations, Data Performance and Reliability Reports.

Target Salary Range

$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.