Data Manager
Data Manager
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Job Description
Overview
Data Manager to support the Missile Defense Agency Information Management and Software Services (AIMSS) program. This role is critical to managing the full lifecycle of test mission and program data across MDA systems. The Data Manager ensures the implementation of data governance practices oversees tactical and operational data handling and serves as a liaison between data stakeholders program offices and technical teams. This position supports enterprise-level decision-making and operational readiness by enhancing data quality accessibility and mission impact.
Responsibilities
- Develop implement and improve Integrated Data Management Plans (IDMPs) and Data Handling Plans (DHPs) addressing data lifecycle stages including collection validation storage dissemination and archival in accordance with DoD and MDA policies.
- Coordinate data integration and interoperability across programs elements and mission systems; ensure authoritative data sources are registered accessible and properly linked across classification domains.
- Establish and enforce data governance practices to ensure data quality security access and compliance with DoD data strategy federal regulations and MDA data policies.
- Coordinate with MDA mission stakeholders to define data requirements and collection plans for test events.
- Define and maintain organizational data models to support cross-functional access reuse and mission alignment of MDA datasets.
- Execute and document secure accurate data collection retention dissemination and archival processes throughout the data lifecycle.
- Support mission execution through pre-test validation of data systems coordination of data flows and rapid post-mission data turnaround for decision makers and analysts.
- Conduct assessments to identify data gaps inconsistencies and improvement opportunities in data access quality or integration.
- Interface with MDA programs to identify essential data assets and ensure data is accurate secure and governed in line with agency policy.
- Curate validate and maintain metadata and data records to meet defined standards of quality traceability and mission utility.
- Implement and oversee data classification access controls and retention in accordance with DoD cybersecurity and security domain transfer policies.
- Support auditing inspection and incident response efforts related to data protection and access management.
- Support data readiness for advanced analytics business intelligence and AI/ML initiatives by ensuring data accessibility interoperability and reliability.
- Participate in planning meetings and technical reviews; deliver briefings and written reports on data readiness delivery status and performance metrics.
- Contribute to the ongoing improvement of MDAs data governance practices including development of processes technical documentation and stakeholder training.
- Implement configuration management practices for controlled data release ensuring security traceability and compliance.
- Use centralized repositories and standard formats to improve consistency access and reuse of authoritative data sources.
- Translate business and mission requirements into functional workflows and support the development of dashboards reports and other presentation-layer products.
- Lead efforts to validate that data is complete timely and accurate across domains and aligned with architectural and security guidelines.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education/Experience
- Bachelors degree in Data Management Information Systems Engineering or a related technical field is required.
- 7 years of experience in data management data governance or related disciplines preferably in a defense or federal environment.
- Experience with test event support configuration management or systems engineering in a mission-critical setting is highly desirable.
- Prior experience supporting MDA DoD acquisition programs or complex system-of-systems environments is strongly preferred.
- Active Secret clearance required; must be able to maintain clearance throughout employment.
- Must reside within a 50-mile radius of Redstone Arsenal or be willing to relocate prior to start date.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
Knowledge/Skills
- Deep understanding of data lifecycle management including collection planning validation storage dissemination and archival practices.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and govern structured and unstructured data across operational test and enterprise environments.
- Strong familiarity with data governance frameworks metadata standards and data quality practices.
- Experience with secure data handling classification protocols and working within multi-domain architectures.
- Excellent organizational and documentation skills including the ability to produce technical plans procedures and status reports.
- Proficient in using data management visualization and collaboration tools (e.g. SharePoint Excel Power BI configuration management systems).
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced mission environment including support for quick-turn requirements.
- Effective communicator with the ability to present data issues and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve data discrepancies and manage stakeholder expectations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday however additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.
About i3
i3 is a technically diverse 100% team member owned business headquartered in Huntsville Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis UAS system integration and flight operations full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training simulation & serious game development and implementation. We have established a broad offering of products and capabilities collectively providing decades of experience supporting the full complement of DoD military services Missile Defense Agency National Aeronautics and Space Administration and a variety of other Government organizations and private industry customers.
Perks of being a team member owner include:
- Long-term financial security
- Higher job satisfaction
- Greater job security
- Personal and professional growth
- Great company culture
Other outstanding benefits:
- Excellent insurance coverage
- 401(k) match
- Generous PTO
- Health and wellness incentives
- Tuition and certification reimbursement
- Countless opportunities to give back to the community through i3 Cares
We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
