Data Manager

SUMMARY

The Data Manager develops and maintains data management frameworks, oversees database and data repository integrity, supports data governance initiatives, and ensures compliance with applicable contractual, regulatory, security, and organizational requirements. Manages data processes across multiple systems and sources, identifies opportunities to improve data quality and usability, and leads teams or initiatives that support enterprise data reliability and value. Demonstrates strong leadership, communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem‑solving skills.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Business Services, Health, Infrastructure and Engineering, Mission Optimization, Technology and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long‑term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people.

CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays. As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug‑free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

The ability to obtain, maintain, and access classified information at the DoD Secret level, which requires U.S. Citizenship.

Experience should include data management, data governance, database administration, data quality management, data operations, business intelligence, information management, or related technical and analytical functions.

A strong background in Data Science, Economics, Epidemiology, Public Health, or a related data‑intensive field.

Demonstrated expertise in writing, executing, and optimizing code in SAS and SQL for data extraction and manipulation.

Proficiency in using Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud computing systems and services for data retrieval, storage, and management.

Prior experience working with large‑scale medical records and/or data from the Military Health System (MHS) Data Repository is highly desired and considered a significant plus.

Experience with SPHERE environment is preferred.

Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Leads enterprise data management activities, including data governance, data quality, data lifecycle management, metadata management, and data stewardship practices.

Develops, implements, and maintains data management strategies, policies, standards, procedures, and best practices to support organizational and customer objectives.

Oversees the collection, organization, storage, validation, protection, and accessibility of data across multiple systems, databases, and reporting environments.

Partners with executive leadership, program managers, technical teams, analysts, and stakeholders to ensure data assets support strategic planning, operational performance, reporting, and decision‑making needs.

Establishes and monitors data quality controls, including accuracy, completeness, consistency, timeliness, and integrity across enterprise data sources.

Leads efforts to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex data issues, including data discrepancies, integration challenges, system inconsistencies, and process gaps.

Manages database and data repository structures in coordination with technical teams to ensure reliable performance, scalability, security, and usability.

Supports data governance boards, working groups, or stakeholder forums by providing subject matter expertise and recommendations related to data standards, ownership, access, and usage.

Ensures data handling practices comply with applicable contract requirements, security controls, privacy expectations, and organizational procedures.

Oversees data documentation, including data dictionaries,…