Improvix Technologies · 14 hours ago
Senior Data Governance Specialist
Washington, DC
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expImprovix Technologies is seeking a Data Governance Lead to support a maturing enterprise data program. This role drives the development, implementation, and sustainment of data governance practices across a cross-functional environment, partnering closely with data architects, stewards, and product teams.
Information Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the development, maintenance, and execution of the organization’s data governance framework, including policies, processes, and standards
Build, maintain, and expand the enterprise data catalog (Alation), including onboarding datasets, metadata, lineage, and steward assignments
Partner with data stewards and technical owners to identify data assets, define ownership, and improve governance maturity
Document and maintain data lineage across business, technical, and system layers
Support and measure data quality initiatives, identify gaps, and implement improvements
Facilitate governance meetings, Agile ceremonies, and stakeholder engagements
Prepare and deliver clear, effective presentations and demos for both technical and non-technical audiences
Identify and mitigate data-related risks, ensure compliance with internal governance standards, and support strategic data initiatives
Collaborate within a cross-functional team environment, offering governance expertise while adapting to evolving program needs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in data management, data science, information systems, computer science, or related field
5+ years of experience in data governance, data management, or metadata management
Proven experience creating and operationalizing data governance frameworks and best practices
Hands-on experience managing a data catalog (Alation strongly preferred)
Familiarity with Agile environments and participation in planning, stand-ups, and sprint demos
Demonstrated ability to present and communicate effectively with stakeholders at multiple levels
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive tasks with minimal oversight
Strong documentation, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills
Preferred
Experience with Alation catalog administration, onboarding, metadata curation, and stewardship workflows
Familiarity with Databricks Unity Catalog, Azure data services, or similar data platforms
Experience supporting enterprise data strategies or data modernization initiatives
Knowledge of data architecture principles and design patterns
Industry certifications such as CDMP or DAMA (nice to have, not required)
Benefits
401K matching
Life insurance
Up to four weeks of paid annual leave
Transit and training compensation
Comprehensive health benefits
Company
Improvix Technologies
Improvix provides custom-tailored, high-quality, and secure IT services for federal agencies and commercial entities.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Aneesh Mehta
Chief Executive Officer
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2025-08-09
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