Data Operations Leader — Top Secret Clearance

Booz Allen Hamilton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Data Operations Manager in McLean, VA to lead a team of data scientists, data engineers, and product owners from planning to deployment. The role balances technical guidance with project management to deliver high-quality software on time.

You will establish development standards, maintain code quality and system architecture, and serve as the key liaison between the team and senior leadership, supporting national security initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with data governance.
• 2+ years of experience managing and leading teams.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and sprint planning tools.
• Experience with data analytics and presenting findings to leadership.
• Top Secret clearance.
• HS diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of data scientists, data engineers, and product owners from planning to deployment.
• Establish development standards and best practices; maintain code quality and system architecture.
• Act as the bridge between the development team and upper management.
• Ensure software products are delivered on time and within budget.

Skills

Data governance

Team leadership

Agile methodologies

Data analytics

Security clearance

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in STEM (preferred)

Master's degree in STEM (plus)

PMP certification

AWS / ITIL / CSM certifications

Security+ CE certification

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Data Operations Manager in McLean, VA to lead a team of data scientists, data engineers, and product owners from planning to deployment. The role balances technical guidance with project management to deliver high-quality software on time.

You will establish development standards, maintain code quality and system architecture, and serve as the key liaison between the team and senior leadership, supporting national security initiatives.