Data Strategy & Planning Lead

Apogee Engineering, LLC; Riverside (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

NASIC is seeking a Data Strategy & Planning Lead to guide enterprise data initiatives aligned with mission objectives and IT roadmaps. The role translates complex governance concepts into actionable guidance and drives stakeholder alignment through structured communication and planning.

This on-site leadership position requires strong experience in data governance, lifecycle management, and addressing data posture gaps while coordinating across programs and leadership at Wright Patterson AFB in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in data strategy, enterprise data management, or related analytic/IT disciplines.
• Experience developing or implementing data strategies in complex, mission-driven organizations.
• Strong understanding of data governance, metadata management, and data lifecycle concepts.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical topics to senior leadership and diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and refine enterprise data strategies supporting NASIC mission priorities and IT modernization roadmaps.
• Translate data governance, security, and lifecycle concepts into operationally relevant guidance and actions.
• Develop and execute communication plans to align IT stakeholders, production groups, and leadership around the data strategy.
• Identify gaps in current data posture and recommend investments, processes, and standards to close them.
• Coordinate with mission partners to ensure data strategies are integrated across programs.
• Produce the monthly Data Strategy Posture Report documenting progress, risks, and recommended technical standards.

Skills

Data strategy

Enterprise data management

Data governance

Leadership communication

Cloud migration

Data cataloging

Metadata management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Data governance tools

Metadata management tools

Job description

Overview

Apoge is seeking a motivatedData Strategy & Planning Lead who will lead development and implementation of enterprise-wide data strategies that align with NASIC’s long-range mission objectives and IT roadmaps. Translates complex data governance concepts into clear mission value and drives stakeholder alignment through structured communication and planning.

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Responsibilities

• Design and refine enterprise data strategies supporting NASIC mission priorities and IT modernization roadmaps.
• Translate data governance, security, and lifecycle concepts into operationally relevant guidance and actions.
• Develop and execute communication plans to align IT stakeholders, production groups, and leadership around the data strategy.
• Identify gaps in current data posture and recommend investments, processes, and standards to close them.
• Coordinate with mission partners to ensure data strategies are integrated across programs.
• Produce the monthly Data Strategy Posture Report documenting progress, risks, and recommended technical standards.

Qualifications

MinimumExperience:

Citizenship:Must be a US citizenClearance:Ability to obtain and maintainEducation / Years of Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in data strategy, enterprise data management, or related analytic/IT disciplines.
• Experience developing or implementing data strategies in complex, mission-driven organizations.
• Strong understanding of data governance, metadata management, and data lifecycle concepts.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical topics to senior leadership and diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Data Analytics, Information Management, MBA with IT focus).
• Experience with DoD or IC data strategies and digital modernization initiatives.
• Familiarity with data cataloging, data quality tools, and enterprise architecture frameworks.
• Experience aligning data strategy with cloud migration and advanced analytics/AI initiatives.

Additional InformationLocation:Wright Patterson AFB Dayton, OHOn-site/Hybrid/Remote:On-siteTravel:Occasional