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Data Governance Architect Job ID: 26-1121 Clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility Location: DC Metro Who We Are : Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets. What We Do : At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions. What You’ll Do : The Data Governance Architect leads the development of enterprise data governance frameworks and policies to ensure secure, compliant, and effective data sharing and management. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: • Develop enterprise data governance strategies and standards. • Define data-sharing agreements and governance controls. • Establish metadata, data quality, and stewardship standards. • Design governance frameworks for AI training data and feature stores. • Develop AI data lineage and traceability controls. • Support compliance with cybersecurity and Zero Trust requirements. • Facilitate governance working groups and stakeholder engagement. What You’ll Need : • Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with SCI eligibility. • Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Data Management, or related field. • 8+ years of data governance experience. • Experience creating enterprise governance policies and standards. • Knowledge of metadata management and data quality practices. • Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance Set Yourself Apart With : • Experience supporting federal government programs. • Knowledge of AI governance and model data management. • CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) or equivalent preferred. CISSP or Security+ preferred for data sharing governance. Salary Range: $120k - $147k The salary range listed reflects our standard market pay structure. Final compensation will be determined based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s unique qualifications, skills required for the position, professional experience, education, and business needs, at the time of hire. Equal Employer/Veterans/Disabled Navitas Business Consulting is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Navitas Human Resources. Navitas is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Navitas.

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Data Governance Architect
Job ID: 26-1121
Clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility
Location: DC Metro
The Data Governance Architect leads the development of enterprise data governance frameworks and policies to ensure secure, compliant, and effective data sharing and management.
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: • Develop enterprise data governance strategies and standards.
Define data-sharing agreements and governance controls.
Establish metadata, data quality, and stewardship standards.
Design governance frameworks for AI training data and feature stores.
Develop AI data lineage and traceability controls.
Support compliance with cybersecurity and Zero Trust requirements.
Facilitate governance working groups and stakeholder engagement.
What You’ll Need : • Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with SCI eligibility.
Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Data Management, or related field.
8+ years of data governance experience.
Experience creating enterprise governance policies and standards.
Knowledge of metadata management and data quality practices.
Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance
Set Yourself Apart With : • Experience supporting federal government programs.
Knowledge of AI governance and model data management.
Equal Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) or equivalent preferred. CISSP or Security+ preferred for data sharing governance.

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