Data Architect / Governance Specialist - TS/SCI + CI Polygraph Required

cFocus Software seeks a Data Architect/Governance Specialist to join our program supporting the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). This position is on site in the Washington DC, MD, & VA area. This position requires a TS/SCI + CI Polygraph clearance. Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI + CI Polygraph clearance
• Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in Information Systems, Data Science, or related field with 8-12 years of data management experience
• Expert in data governance frameworks and best practices
• Experience implementing data governance programs and tools
• Deep knowledge of data quality, metadata management, and data lineage
• Proficient in data cataloging tools (Collibra, Alation, Informatica)
• Understanding of data privacy regulations and compliance requirements
• Relevant certifications (CDMP, DGSP) preferred
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Duties

• Develops and implements enterprise data governance frameworks, policies, and standards.
• Defines data quality metrics, data lineage, and metadata management practices.
• Establishes data stewardship programs and coordinates with data owners across the organization.
• Implements data cataloging and data discovery solutions.
• Ensures compliance with data privacy, security, and regulatory requirements.
• Develops data classification schemes and access control policies.
• Facilitates data governance councils and working groups.
• Monitors data governance metrics and drives continuous improvement.