Data Steward

Peraton

$112K — $179K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience with a BS/BA; 6+ years with an MS/MA; or 3+ years with a PhD; Associate degree with 10+ years or HS with 12+ years considered
  • Proficiency in data quality tools and methodologies
  • Experience in data profiling and validation processes
  • Strong communication skills, including cold calling unfamiliar contacts
  • Solid SQL and data analysis capabilities
  • Knowledge of metadata management principles
  • High attention to detail
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • DoD TS security clearance with SCI eligibility required

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and enhance overall data quality
  • Maintain comprehensive data dictionaries and metadata
  • Conduct thorough data validation and profiling
  • Ensure compliance with SchemaOne standards
  • Facilitate coordination between data producers and consumers
  • Document and resolve data quality issues

Benefits

  • Access to professional development and training
  • Opportunity for career advancement
  • Supportive work environment focused on innovation and collaboration
  • Potential for flexible work arrangements based on project needs
  • Involvement in high-impact projects related to national security
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Peraton seeks a Data Steward to support Department of War Cyber Defense Command (DCDC) with DCO and AI Cyber Security Support. 

 

Location: Fort Meade, MD. 

 

In this role, you will ensure data quality, maintain data dictionaries, and support data stewardship activities across DCDC analytic platforms.  You will maintain the quality, usage, privacy, and security of data, following company policies and regulatory compliance requirements.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Monitor and improve data quality
  • Maintain data dictionaries and metadata
  • Perform data validation and profiling
  • Support SchemaOne compliance
  • Coordinate with data producers and consumers
  • Document data quality issues and resolutions
Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD.  Will consider Associate with +10 years or HS +12 years of experience.
  • Experience with data quality tools and methods
  • Knowledge of data profiling and validation
  • Able and willing to reach out to unfamiliar contacts without any prior relationship or warm introduction, typically over the phone, e.g. cold calling
  • SQL and data analysis skills
  • Understanding of metadata management
  • Attention to detail
  • Possible travel and weekend hours as mission requires
  • U.S Citizenship required
  • DoD TS with ability to obtain/maintain SCI clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certified Data Steward (CDS) or other data quality certification
  • Familiarity with Data Stewardship Body of Knowledge (DSBOK)
  • 8 years of relevant experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Management or a related field
Target Salary Range$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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