General Dynamics Information Technology · 11 hours ago
Data Linkage Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$162K/yr - $219K/yr
7+ years expGeneral Dynamics Information Technology is seeking an experienced Data Linkage Manager to lead data linkage activities within secure, cloud-hosted environments. This role is central to enabling compliant, scalable linkage operations that support federally funded studies and users, ensuring high-quality, privacy-preserving linked datasets are delivered to researchers.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Lead planning and execution for data linkage, including deterministic, probabilistic, and privacy-preserving methods on longitudinal datasets
Direct day-to-day production, including study intake, DUA-driven workflows, linkage runs, validation, and delivery of research-ready files within the enclave
Coordinate with technical leads and PPRL teams to keep linkage workflows robust, scalable, and secure
Translate government agency, data provider policies, and DUAs into processes, SOPs, and controls that govern linkage operations
Own metrics and dashboards for linkage throughput, data quality, timeliness, and researcher satisfaction
Drive continuous improvement using automation and AI-enabled workflows
Manage relationships with staff, stakeholders, partners, and research teams, ensuring clear communication and timely issue resolution
Lead, support, and train scientists, analysts, enclave engineers, and operations staff, including general management and rapid onboarding
Plan and execute linkage-related transition activities, including orderly transfer of CMS files, linked datasets, documentation, automations, and tools
Qualification
Required
Doctor's degree in a relevant field such as biomedical sciences, bioinformatics, health services research, economics, epidemiology, biostatistics, or health informatics
Deep knowledge of federal data security and management standards
Broad technical background across networks, hardware, software, and cloud services
Minimum of 7 years leading large, multi-year federal research, data management, or informatics programs, including major administrative data linkages
At least 7 years of experience in risk management, quality assurance, and data security
Proven success leading tasks for federal agencies, including at least 5 years as a task lead on efforts of comparable size and complexity
Excellent English written and verbal communication skills with multidisciplinary teams
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or higher and authorization to work in the United States
Travel at 10–25% to support on-site collaboration primarily in the DC Metro area
Preferred
11+ years of progressive experience managing data programs, with leadership of linkage programs, or similar large-scale data integration efforts
Strong hands-on experience with data linkage methods, including deterministic, probabilistic, and privacy-preserving record linkage in regulated health data settings
Experience coordinating with secure enclave and cloud engineering teams operating in FISMA Moderate/FedRAMP Moderate environments aligned with Zero Trust principles
Industry certifications such as PMP, Agile, ITIL, or other business/technical credentials
Technical certifications in relevant areas such as professional cloud, information security, or data engineering
Direct experience supporting HHS, NIH., or other agencies on linkage, enclave, or RWD in biomedical, clinical, and health research domains
Familiarity with interoperability and research standards and their application to linked real-world data
Travel at 10–25% to support on-site collaboration primarily in the DC Metro area
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
401K with company match
Paid time off
Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
15 days of paid leave per calendar year
10 paid holidays per year
Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees
Short and long-term disability benefits
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance
Company
General Dynamics Information Technology
General Dynamics Information Technology is an IT consulting company that specializes in cyber security, AI, and quantum computing. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
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