DRRS Data Operations Lead – Azure & Real-Time Data

Saic

Alexandria (VA)

On-site

USD 160,000 - 200,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

SAIC in Alexandria, Virginia seeks a Data Operations Manager/DRRS SME to lead real-time pipeline monitoring, source integration, data freshness, and governance across Azure-based data flows essential to defense readiness reporting.

You will manage complex data pipelines, ensure data quality, coordinate with DIO and external providers, and support DRRS readiness metrics, requiring 8+ years in data operations and an active Secret clearance.

Qualifications

14+ years experience in data operations, systems analysis, data engineering support, or related technical role.
Strong DRRS domain knowledge and readiness metrics experience.
Experience with end-to-end data flows, ETL/ELT, and enterprise data integration.
Hands-on Azure cloud experience within enterprise environments.
Familiarity with data quality rules, metadata catalogs, and data lineage in governed environments.

Responsibilities

Real-time monitor Azure Data Factory pipelines and Event Hubs for data ingestion and delivery.
Document and triage pipeline failures to meet SLOs.
Manage source connectors and optimize data integration.
Monitor data freshness and escalate data lateness with DIO when needed.
Prepare monthly Data Quality Trend Reports for DRRS and DIO leadership.