IT Governance Analyst

DataStaff, Inc.; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid leave

401(k) plan after 6 months

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an IT Governance Analyst for a long-term contract opportunity in Richmond, VA. This hybrid position involves providing technical support and guidance in developing IT policies and analyzing procurement legislation. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of Virginia procurement practices and experience in negotiation and dispute resolution. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with government agencies and influence policy decisions. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will contribute to impactful legislative outcomes and enhance IT governance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of knowledge of Virginia procurement practices.
• Experience in a state or local agency is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for IT policy and regulatory proposals.
• Analyze procurement-related legislation for IT leadership.

Skills

Virginia procurement practices

Negotiation and dispute resolution

Communication skills

Legislative analysis

Financial data analysis

Education

Law, Paralegal Studies, Business Management

Public Management or Public Policy

Job description

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DataStaff, Inc is seeking an IT Governance Analyst for a long-term contract opportunity with a direct client in Richmond, VA.

*This position is hybrid

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support and guidance in developing and interpreting policy, legislative, and regulatory proposals for the IT Division (ITD).
• Provide legal/regulatory analysis for ITD staff and act as liaison to the Office of the Attorney General to coordinate procurement claims and support leadership with legislative analysis during General Assembly sessions.
• Develop and interpret policy, legislative, and regulatory proposals related to procurement and General Assembly activities.
• Analyze procurement-related legislation for ITD leadership.
• Serve as ITD lead during legislative sessions of the General Assembly.
• Analyze impacts and provide status reports to operational areas as needed.
• Coordinate legislative briefings and debarment actions with Governance and Procurement Program Managers and the Office of the Attorney General.
• Act as liaison to the Attorney General's Office to resolve legal issues.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Knowledge of Virginia procurement practices and requirements.
• Ability to negotiate, mediate, settle disputes diplomatically, and handle difficult situations.
• Excellent written and oral communication, presentation skills, and ability to simplify technical terms; experience collaborating with diverse personnel.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to analyze complex financial and legislative data, draw logical conclusions, and generate reports.
• Knowledge of the Virginia Public Procurement Act.
• Training, experience, or education in Law, Paralegal Studies, Business Management, Public Management, Public Policy, or related fields is desired.
• Experience in a state or local agency is preferred.

Required Skills:

• 5+ years of knowledge of Virginia procurement practices.
• 4+ years of training, experience, or education in Law, Paralegal Studies, Business Management, Public Management, Public Policy, or related fields.
• 5+ years of negotiation, dispute resolution, and diplomatic handling of difficult situations.
• 5+ years of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• 5+ years of analyzing complex financial or legislative data and generating reports.

Desired Skills:

• 2+ years of knowledge of Virginia's Information Technology laws and regulations.

This opportunity is available as a corp-to-corp or W2 position with benefits, including medical, dental, vision, paid leave, and a 401(k) plan after 6 months.

Additional Information:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting