Senior Business Subject Matter Expert - Hybrid, OH

Submission Due Date: 01/20/2026

Client: State of Ohio

This is hybrid, with an expectation of 3 days in-office each week Columbus, OH

Interview: Teams

More than 10 years

4-year college degree in computer science or a related field with advanced study preferred; certifications in data governance, project management, or enterprise architecture are a plus.

• Supports the CDO in executing the first-year Data Governance setup activities, including policy rollout, stakeholder engagement, and operational planning.
• Leads the development and execution of Statements of Work (SOWs) aligned with the CDO’s strategic roadmap.
• Designs and implements the operational components of the Data Governance framework, including data classification, cataloging, stewardship models, and lifecycle management.
• Develops and delivers targeted education and onboarding sessions for data owners, custodians, stewards, and users to build data literacy and clarify roles.
• Collaborates with the CDO to define and document governance roles, responsibilities, and escalation paths.
• Provides technical and process guidance to ensure compliance with State of Ohio policies (e.g., IT-19 Data Governance, IT-13 Data Classification) and regulatory standards.
• Advises executive stakeholders on governance best practices and change management strategies to support cultural adoption of data accountability.
• Assists in identifying and documenting data-related risks, opportunities, and improvement areas to inform the CDO’s strategic planning.
• Supports the CDO in evaluating and implementing new technologies and tools that enhance data governance and analytics capabilities.
• Supports the identification and prioritization of data analytics use cases that align with agency goals and governance maturity.

• Support the CDO in reporting progress to executive leadership and refining the governance roadmap based on lessons learned.
• Translate the CDO’s strategic goals into actionable implementation plans and deliverables.
• Conduct stakeholder interviews and surveys to assess current data practices and identify gaps in governance maturity.
• Develop and maintain a governance playbook, including SOPs, data classification schemas, and data cataloging guidelines.
• Coordinate with IT, legal, procurement, and business units to ensure governance processes are integrated into daily operations.
• Monitor and report on the progress of governance initiatives, providing updates and recommendations to the CDO and Data Governance Committee.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to promote a culture of data accountability and stewardship.
• Support the CDO in reviewing data-related procurements, technology assessments, and compliance audits.

Strong understanding of data governance frameworks (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK) and their application in public sector environments.

• Experience supporting executive leadership in strategic data initiatives.
• Excellent facilitation and communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Familiarity with state-level IT policies and compliance requirements, particularly IT-19 and IT-13.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement scalable governance processes and tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.
• Experience with metadata management, data quality, and data cataloging tools is a plus.