Journeyman Data Manager

Company Overview NAOVI (Novel Applications, Inc.) is a premier technology services company that provides solutions in Cyber Security, Information Management and Systems Integration. NAOVI delivers measurable business value through experience, creativity, flexibility, pragmatism and cost‑effective solutions. Position Overview NAOVI is seeking a Journeyman Data Manager to support enterprise data management, integration, governance, and configuration management across the program. The role ensures data is structured, accessible, reliable, and aligned with mission objectives as data volume and complexity evolve. Primary Responsibilities Establish, maintain, and improve enterprise data lifecycle processes, including ingestion, storage, usage, archival and retention. Support enterprise data governance initiatives by defining and maintaining data standards, validation rules, metadata management practices and quality control procedures. Integrate disparate data sources and artifacts across federated systems to support interoperability and mission requirements. Develop, maintain and optimize enterprise data repositories and storage environments. Conduct data quality assessments and implement standardized processes to improve data reliability and reduce manual intervention. Perform configuration management and controlled documentation reviews to ensure alignment, traceability, consistency and version control across data assets and engineering documentation. Analyze enterprise data structures, policies and workflows to identify opportunities for improved accessibility, efficiency and reliability. Develop and maintain documentation, reports, briefing materials and technical artifacts related to data governance, repository management and integration activities. Support integration of new data models, standards, schemas and artifacts into existing enterprise environments. Collaborate with engineering, operations and stakeholder teams to support evolving mission and program data requirements. Provide recommendations to improve enterprise data architecture, governance policies, interoperability standards and repository performance. Communicate technical findings and recommendations clearly through written documentation, visual presentations and verbal briefings for both technical and non‑technical audiences. Education and Experience – Required BA/BS and 8+ years of experience supporting data management, governance, integration or enterprise data environments; or no degree and 12+ years of relevant experience. Active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required (no sponsorships). Experience supporting enterprise data lifecycle management processes and data governance initiatives. Experience with data integration, interoperability, metadata management and repository administration. Knowledge of configuration management principles, version control practices and documentation governance. Experience developing and maintaining technical documentation, reports and briefing materials. Proficiency with data management and analysis tools such as SQL, Python, Excel, Access or equivalent technologies. Experience supporting enterprise data repositories, storage environments or data management platforms. Ability to analyze data‑related processes and recommend improvements to data quality, accessibility and operational efficiency. Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present technical concepts to a diverse audience. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast‑paced mission environment. Desired Qualifications Experience supporting Intelligence Community programs or other federal government environments. Familiarity with data governance frameworks, metadata standards and enterprise data management best practices. Hands‑on experience with Jira, Confluence or other collaboration and configuration management tools. Experience supporting cloud‑based data environments and enterprise storage architectures. Familiarity with automation processes that improve data validation, ingestion and reporting workflows. Experience supporting configuration control boards, technical review processes or engineering documentation management. Understanding of enterprise interoperability standards and data exchange methodologies. Experience with the following work products (preferred): Data Management Lifecycle Documentation. Data Governance and Quality Plans. Data Integration and Interoperability Plans. Data Repository and Infrastructure Documentation. Configuration Management and Documentation Review Reports. Data Standards and Architecture Recommendations. Data Performance and Reliability Reports. Benefits 401k Health, Dental and Vision Long‑Term and Short‑Term Disability 11 Paid Holidays Travel reimbursement (50‑mile radius to work location) Equal Opportunity Employment NAOVI is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin. NAOVI is an AA/EEO Employer – Minorities / Women / Veterans / Disabled. Citizenship and Clearance All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance required (no sponsorship). #J-18808-Ljbffr Northwood Mortgage Ltd.