Data Steward

CACI International Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Data Steward to advance national security data capabilities. You will implement data management standards, define data quality rules, and oversee data across enterprise systems. The role requires TS/SCI clearance, 5+ years in data management, and the ability to mentor junior staff.

Expect up to 10% travel in a global defense-focused environment. The position offers opportunities to shape data architectures, ontologies, and metadata frameworks while supporting mission analytics

Qualifications

• BA/BS in IT, Data science, CS, MIS, Engineering or related field.
• TS/SCI Clearance required.
• 5+ years in data management, governance, analytics, or information systems.
• Security+ required within 6 months of start date.
• CDMP, DAMA Master, CISSP or CompTIA Data+ certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce data management standards.
• Collaborate with data owners to define quality rules and metadata.
• Manage collection, cataloging, distribution and retrieval of data.
• Document customer requirements for new data assets and classification.
• Maintain recurring data processes to preserve data integrity.
• Develop data architectures for collection, integration and workflows.
• Build and maintain ontologies, taxonomies, and labels for discovery.
• Apply data mining, statistics, geospatial analysis for mission analytics.
• Create data quality and performance metrics.
• Review quality assessments and drive continuous improvement.
• Deliver training on data policies and security requirements.
• Support IPTs by curating and managing data through lifecycles.
• Provide full lifecycle support for data applications.
• Create data dictionaries and process documentation.
• Lead assignments and mentor junior staff when required.

Skills

Data governance

Data management

Semantic ontologies

Metadata structures

Team mentorship

Education

BA/BS in IT/Data science/CS/MIS/Engineering

Tools

Security+ (DoW 8570 IAT Level II)

CDMP Practitioner

DAM A Master

CISSP

CompTIA Data+

RDF/OWL/SPARQL

Job description

Job Title: Data Steward

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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Opportunity

Join a team dedicated to advancing national security through innovative irregular warfare and operations expertise. CACI is looking for individuals to join a program that delivers mission‑critical advisory, training, and operational support services that help mission partners stay ahead of rapidly evolving global threats. Working across geographic and functional combatant commands, these professionals play a vital role in developing, integrating, and sustaining mission‑ready task forces that enhance joint force effectiveness and operational success.

This is an opportunity to contribute to high‑impact missions, collaborate with experienced professionals, and support strategic operations that strengthen our nation's defense capabilities around the world. Candidates who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace complex challenges, and are committed to mission excellence will find meaningful opportunities for growth and impact within CACI and on this team.

Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce data management standards, requirements, and specifications aligned with industry and DoD best practices.
• Collaborate with data owners to define data quality rules, metadata standards, and classification requirements.
• Manage the collection, cataloging, distribution, and retrieval of structured and unstructured data across enterprise systems.
• Identify and document customer requirements when onboarding new data assets and ensure proper classification and handling.
• Maintain and update recurring data processes to preserve the integrity of existing repositories.
• Analyze and develop data architectures for collection, integration, retention, and mission‑aligned workflows.
• Build and maintain semantic ontologies, taxonomies, and machine‑understandable labels to improve discoverability and interoperability.
• Develop and apply data mining, statistical, causal, and geospatial analysis to support mission analytics and decision‑making.
• Create data quality and performance metrics measuring usability, timeliness, completeness, and accuracy.
• Review quality assessments and customer feedback to drive continuous improvement in data management practices.
• Prepare and deliver training, awareness briefings, and user guidance on data policies, security requirements, and best practices.
• Support integrated project teams (IPTs) by helping identify, curate, and manage data throughout project lifecycles.
• Provide full lifecycle support for data‑related applications (build, test, deploy, train).
• Create and maintain documentation, including data dictionaries, process documentation, and code references.
• Serve as a technical expert, leading major assignments and mentoring junior staff when required.

Required

• BA/BS in IT, Data science, CS, MIS, Engineering, or related field
• TS/SCI Clearance
• 5+ Years professional experience in data management, data governance, analytics, or information systems
• Obtain Security+ (DoW 8570 IAT Level II Baseline) within 6 months of start date.
• Have one or more of the following: CDMP Practitioner, Master (DAMA), CISSP, CompTIA Data+
• Expertise designing and maintaining semantic ontologies, taxonomies, and metadata structures (RDF/OWL/SPARQL).
• Demonstrated leadership in data governance councils, mission data strategy efforts, or COCOM‑level working groups.
• Experience supervising or mentoring data stewards, analysts, or developers in a multi‑system environment.
• Ability to integrate data processes with operational planning, intelligence fusion, or mission‑critical COCOM systems.

Desired

• Proven ability to design and maintain semantic ontologies, taxonomies, and controlled vocabularies (RDF/OWL/SPARQL).
• Experience building enterprise‑scale data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and automated data quality checks.
• Currently hold one or more of the following certifications: Security+ (DoW 8570 IAT Level II Baseline) and or CDMP Master (DAMA)

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high‑performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$71,500 - $150,200

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.