Data Governance Lead - Acquisition & Sustainment

About the Organization

Now is a great time to join Redhorse Corporation. We are a solution-driven company delivering data insights and technology solutions to customers with missions critical to U.S. national interests. We're looking for thoughtful, skilled professionals who thrive as trusted partners building technology-agnostic solutions and want to apply their talents supporting customers with difficult and important mission sets.

Redhorse is transforming how the Department of Defense (DoD) utilizes data and technology. We are seeking a Data Governance Lead to support the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition & Sustainment (OUSD(A&S)). In this role, you will be responsible for establishing a formal and executable, enterprise-wide Acquisition Data Governance Framework and execute and evolve the framework, as required. This framework will be codified by a cross‑functional charter, a fully operational data governance council, and published data governance artifacts for the acquisition data sub‑domains.

The primary goal is to transform data from an unreliable byproduct into a governable, trusted, and discoverable strategic asset.

• Direct an enterprise-wide Data Governance program, aligning data policies, standards, and controls with both business and regulatory requirements.
• Establish the Data Governance Council (DGC) and Data Management Working Group (DMWG), fostering executive-level collaboration and accountability across business units.
• Design and execute the start of a multi-year Data Governance roadmap, establishing the Data Stewardship Program.
• Implemented a data stewardship framework to ensure accountability for critical data domains, and created comprehensive data management policies, procedures, and standards.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Technology, Engineering, or related discipline).
• 7+ years of experience in delivery, data governance, or technical implementation roles, with experience facilitating cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated success delivering complex, data-driven or technology products, preferably within government or defense environments.
• Strong understanding of data visualization
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience briefing senior leaders.
• Experience working in agile environments.
• Secret clearance required to start.

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Redhorse Corporation shall, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet Redhorse's changing needs.

This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in Redhorse's sole discretion.