Data Governance Specialist

Job Title: Data Governance Specialist Location: Fort Belvoir, Virginia (On-site) Category: IT Operations Type of Support: Full-Time Business Hours (Monday–Friday) Clearance: Active Security Clearance Required • • • Only US Citizens may apply • • • Job Overview The Data Governance Specialist will support data management, policy compliance, and messaging operations across intelligence systems. The individual will assist in maintaining data standards, monitoring information handling procedures, and supporting messaging workflows used for operational communication. This role works closely with technical and operational teams to ensure data is properly managed, shared, and distributed in accordance with established guidelines. Scope of Work Data Governance Support • Support implementation of data management standards and procedures • Maintain data governance documentation and records • Monitor data handling and usage across systems • Assist with data classification and labeling activities • Perform data quality and consistency checks • Support data lifecycle management processes Messaging Operations Support • Monitor operational messaging queues and workflows • Support message routing and distribution across systems • Track messaging delivery and status • Assist with messaging configuration updates • Maintain messaging logs and operational records • Support messaging related troubleshooting Policy Management Support • Assist with maintenance of data governance policies • Ensure compliance with information handling procedures • Support updates to policy documentation • Participate in compliance reviews and checks • Maintain policy and process documentation Coordination & Operational Support • Coordinate with system administrators and operational teams • Support requests related to data and messaging operations • Monitor operational data flow and messaging activities • Assist with issue tracking and resolution • Provide general operational support as required Documentation & Reporting • Maintain operational documentation and SOPs • Track data governance activities • Support reporting and status updates • Maintain audit records and logs • Update process documentation when required Required Skills • Experience supporting data management or governance activities • Familiarity with operational messaging systems • Understanding of data handling and compliance processes • Strong documentation and organizational skills • Ability to coordinate with technical and operational teams • Experience working in structured operational environments Experience Requirement • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience • Preferred 8–15 years data governance or operational support experience • Experience supporting government or secure environments preferred • Experience working with operational data processes preferred