Data Manager

RP Professional Services is a rapidly growing Technology consulting firm headquartered in Virginia. We’re an 8a and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) serving both federal and commercial customers. At RP, we help our clients achieve their mission by developing value driven, customized solutions that are executed by the best people. Our dedication to our employees and clients is driven by our promise to deliver Excellence, Value, and Flexibility. "People, not just Resources" is more than our motto; it's the foundation on which we are built!

 RP is seeking a Data Manager to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This role is ideal for an experienced professional who can oversee data governance, ensure data integrity, and manage data-related projects to support VA mission objectives. The Data Manager will play a key role in establishing data management processes, ensuring compliance with data standards, and collaborating with stakeholders to leverage data for decision-making.

This position is contingent upon the contract being awarded to RP Professional Services.

 Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement data management strategies, ensuring alignment with VA objectives and industry best practices.
• Oversee data governance processes, ensuring data integrity, security, and quality.
• Manage data architecture, ensuring proper data flow, storage, and accessibility.
• Collaborate with technical teams to develop data models, schemas, and metadata strategies.
• Establish data quality controls and validation processes to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Create and maintain comprehensive data documentation, including data dictionaries, standards, and policies.
• Lead data migration efforts, ensuring data is securely transferred, transformed, and validated.
• Provide technical guidance to teams on data integration, data warehousing, and data pipeline strategies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define data requirements and ensure data assets align with mission objectives.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations to support data-driven decision-making.

• Proficiency in SQL for data querying and manipulation.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with data integration tools and ETL frameworks.
• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks and data quality standards.
• Ability to interpret and implement data security controls in compliance with federal regulations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data management, data governance, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, data quality standards, and data privacy regulations.
• Experience managing large data sets, including data modeling, data warehousing, and ETL processes.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Must be eligible for a Public Trust Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting government or healthcare IT environments.
• Experience supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs.
• Certifications such as Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer, or equivalent.
• Experience with cloud data services such as AWS Redshift, Azure Synapse, or Google BigQuery.
• Familiarity with data security standards and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.

·       Health Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental

·       Up to 4% retirement match with 100% vesting

·       Company paid STD and LTD

·       Company paid basic life insurance

·       Competitive PTO package

RP Professional Services, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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