Data Platform Administration Lead

Capital District Physicians Health Plan Inc; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

CDPHP in Albany, NY seeks a Manager of Data Platform Administration to guide the design, development and maintenance of data systems. The role requires coordinating with users, enforcing standards, and ensuring project execution aligns with budgets and schedules.

Responsibilities include directing lifecycle activities, supervising staff, and ensuring privacy and regulatory compliance across data platforms. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Seven (7) years related work experience.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology or relevant field. In lieu of a degree, six (6) years of experience required.
• Advanced expertise in database design, development, testing and maintenance for production ready systems.
• Advanced expertise in structured systems analysis and design, user relations, data gathering techniques, and management information systems.
• Prior experience supervising or managing people and/or projects.
• Demonstrated analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving abilities.
• Expertise in project planning and project management.
• Ability to effectively communicate, across all levels within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and control the activities of the analysis, design, development, and installation phases of the systems lifecycle.
• Consult with sponsors, requesters, and user representatives to clarify intent and discuss alternatives.
• Estimate staffing, costs and time for project activities and assign resources.
• Review major deliverables and ensure user walkthroughs have been conducted.
• Communicate with data center management for resolution of system problems and efficient resource use.
• Assist in developing the corporate information systems model and development sequencing.
• Mentor Data Platform Administration professionals.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory mandates and privacy policies.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Database design

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science / IT or relevant field

6 years experience alternative to degree

Job description

CDPHP in Albany, NY seeks a Manager of Data Platform Administration to guide the design, development and maintenance of data systems. The role requires coordinating with users, enforcing standards, and ensuring project execution aligns with budgets and schedules.

Responsibilities include directing lifecycle activities, supervising staff, and ensuring privacy and regulatory compliance across data platforms. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.