Data Steward

INSPYR Solutions; Merrifield (VA); On-site; USD 143,270,400 - 146,025,600; Full time

Job summary

INSPYR Solutions is seeking a Data Steward to oversee HR data analytics data assets within the HR Data Warehouse on Azure. You will ensure data definitions, security, governance, and quality across systems in collaboration with HR stakeholders and engineering teams.

Responsibilities include implementing governance policies, managing metadata and data cataloging, and driving data quality initiatives while coordinating with security and HR data teams to enforce access controls and data protection

Qualifications

• Experience with HR data governance and data stewardship.
• Experience with Oracle HR data (HCM/PeopleSoft) data.
• Cloud data platforms (Azure Data Lake, Power BI) and data warehousing concepts.
• Data integration / ETL processes (SQL Server, DataBricks, Azure).
• Master data management (MDM) and metadata management.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical data solutions.

Responsibilities

• Own technical data stewardship for HR data analytics assets in the HR Data Warehouse (Azure).
• Implement and enforce enterprise data governance policies, standards and procedures.
• Build and maintain data catalog, metadata, lineage, and business glossary.
• Lead data quality audits, resolution, and remediation initiatives.
• Partner with Security and HR teams to implement RBAC and data protection controls.

Skills

Oracle HCM/PeopleSoft data

Azure Data Lake

Power BI

Data governance

MDM

Data quality

ETL pipelines

SQL Server

Tools

SQL Server

DataBricks

Azure

Job description

Title: Data Steward | Location: Remote | Duration: 6+ Month Contract | Compensation: $50 - $50.89/HR | Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Technical Data Steward (HR Data Analytics) Technical Data Steward The Technical Data Steward is responsible for the technical data management, governance, integrity and quality of Human Resources data assets for the HR Data Warehouse (Azure) and its platforms. This role ensures that data is properly defined, secured, governed, and usable across systems by partnering with HR business stewards, HR Data Analytics team, engineering teams, and stakeholders. Basic Description Provide technical data stewardship support to the HR Data Analytics team in managing, governing, and optimizing HR data assets. This role ensures data is accurate, secure, and aligned with enterprise data governance standards to support analytics, reporting, and strategic initiatives.

1. Data Governance & Standards
   • Implement and enforce enterprise data governance policies, standards, and procedures
   • Ensure execution of governance workstreams, including:
   • Metadata management o Enterprise quality controls o AI ready metadata o Data quality o Data lifecycle management o Policies and standards compliance
   • Monitor adherence to technical data standards and drive compliance across the business area
2. Data Management & Technical Oversight
   • Own technical data decisions on behalf of the Business Data Owner and provide subject matter expertise on:
   • Source systems
   • Data stores and warehouses
   • ETL processes and pipelines
   • Business intelligence tools
   • Ensure proper implementation of data across systems and platforms
3. Metadata, Lineage & Cataloging
   • Build and maintain a data catalog, including metadata and business glossary
   • Ensure data definitions, rules, and standards are clearly documented and consistently applied
   • Capture and maintain data lineage (end-to-end technical flows)
4. Data Quality & Issue Resolution
   • Drive root cause analysis of data quality issues and coordinate resolution with Enterprise data and HR Analytics teams
   • Assist in design and implementation data quality audits, controls, and monitoring tools
   • Plan and lead data cleansing and remediation initiatives
5. Security & Risk Management
   • Partner with Information Security, HR Data Governance and HR Data teams to implement controls such as:
   • Role-based access (RBAC)
   • Persona based access
   • Row level access
   • Encryption and data protection standards
   • Ensure data confidentiality, integrity, and availability across platforms
6. Stakeholder Collaboration
   • Partner with: Business Data Stewards, Data Owners, Data Engineering / IT teams
   • Translate business requirements into technical data solutions
   • Communicate impacts of data decisions across stakeholder groups

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

• Ability to work seamlessly and professionally across multiple business units and with all levels of the organization
• Oracle HCM / PeopleSoft data experience
• Cloud data platforms (Azure Data Lake, Power BI)
• Data warehousing concepts (Azure)
• Data integration / ETL processes (SQL Server, DataBricks, Azure)
• Data quality and data lifecycle management
• Enterprise platforms (e.g., data catalogs, BI tools, integration tools)
• Data governance frameworks and best practices
• Metadata management, lineage, and cataloging
• Master data management (MDM)
• Experience implementing data governance capabilities across an organization

Desired Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
• Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Effective cross-functional communication and collaboration
• Oracle HCM / PeopleSoft data experience
• Cloud data platforms (Azure Data Lake, Power BI)
• Regulatory and HR reporting alignment

About INSPYR Solutions

Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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