What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Scientist Lead position at DMI?
About DMI
DMI is a leading global provider of digital services working at the intersection of public and private sectors. With broad capabilities across IT managed services, cybersecurity, cloud migration and application development, DMI provides on-site and remote support to clients within governments, healthcare, financial services, transportation, manufacturing, and other critical infrastructure sectors. DMI has grown to over 2,100 employees globally and has been continually recognized as a Top Workplace in both regional and national categories.
About the Opportunity
DMI, LLC is seeking a IT and DATA GOVERNANCE SME/Task Lead
Duties and Responsibilities:
Organize and lead Investment Review (IR) and Data Governance Board meetings. Facilitate IR and Data Governance Working Group and Focus Group meetings, maintaining supporting metrics.
Act as a liaison with IT and Data Governance Investment Review and Architectural Review Team (IRT and ART). Coordinate with IT stakeholders to ensure compliance with governance processes.
Lead the analysis, design, and implementation of data governance policies, practices, and support functions to meet public health goals for data sharing and access.
Develop and maintain a data governance model, including policies, roles, and structures for data owners, data stewards, and system support staff. Collaborate with stakeholders to evaluate and revise policies and practices to achieve data governance objectives.
Stay informed about external trends and best practices in data governance, recommending changes as needed to data owners and leadership.
Support data quality efforts, including the definition of business rules and resolution of quality issues impacting critical data elements. Monitor IT project compliance with governance frameworks and stage gate reviews.
Collaborate with project managers and Division IT Points of Contact (POC) to streamline processes, escalate risks, and provide guidance. Support project cost and schedule variance reporting.
Assist in capturing future needs and budget inputs for IT Data Governance annual budget calls. Develop processes for allocating budgets for common platforms or shared services, producing job aids or SOPs for cost allocation methodologies.
Update Project Manager Resource Center and Governance SharePoint Site content. Implement enhancements like advanced search capability and improved dashboards for project managers and leadership.
Develop, manage, and update project and portfolio management tools, templates, and standards. Facilitate Annual Operational Analyses and coordinate with Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO).
Conduct periodic training sessions for new Project Managers and Critical Partners on governance processes. Facilitate cost savings and avoidance reporting, create Monthly Stage Gate Summary Reports, and coordinate the annual Investment Selection Process.
Qualifications
Education and Years of Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
- Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in IT governance and data governance roles.
Required and Desired Skills/Certifications:
- Strong understanding of public health data governance frameworks and IT compliance.
- Experience in coordinating large-scale data governance processes and IT project management.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification is a plus.
Additional Requirements:
Min Citizenship Status Required: US Citizen
Physical Requirements: No Physical requirement needed for this position.
Location: Remote/Atlanta
Working at DMI
DMI is a diverse, prosperous, and rewarding place to work. Being part of the DMI family means we care about your wellbeing. We offer a variety of perks and benefits that help meet various interests and needs, while still having the opportunity to work directly with several of our award-winning, Fortune 1000 clients. The following categories make up your DMI wellbeing:
- Convenience/Concierge - Virtual visits through health insurance, pet insurance, commuter benefits, discount tickets for movies, travel, and many other items to provide convenience.
- Development – Annual performance management, continuing education, and tuition assistance, internal job opportunities along with career enrichment and advancement to help each employee with their professional and personal development.
- Financial – Generous 401k matches both pre-tax and post-tax (ROTH) contributions along with financial wellness education, EAP, Life Insurance and Disability help provide financial stability for each DMI employee.
- Recognition – Great achievements do not go unnoticed by DMI through Annual Awards ceremony, service anniversaries, peer-to-peer acknowledgment, employee referral bonuses.
- Wellness – Healthcare benefits, Wellness programs, Flu Shots, Biometric screenings, and several other wellness options.
Employees are valued for their talents and contributions. We all take pride in helping our customers achieve their goals, which in turn contributes to the overall success of the company. The company does and will take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, and to treat qualified individuals without discrimination based on their physical or mental disability or veteran status. DMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability. DMI maintains a drug-free workplace.
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Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US citizenship may be required for some positions.
