Data Policy Analyst

Description & Requirements

Since 1975, Maximus has operated under its founding mission of Helping Government Serve the People, enabling citizens around the globe to successfully engage with their governments at all levels and across a variety of health and human services programs.

Maximus delivers innovative business process management and technology solutions that contribute to improved outcomes for citizens and higher levels of productivity, accuracy, accountability and efficiency of government-sponsored programs.

With more than 30,000 employees worldwide, Maximus is a proud partner to government agencies in the United States, Australia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, Singapore and the United Kingdom.

For more information, visit https://www.maximus.com.

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS064, T4, Band 7

Maximus is seeking a Data Policy Writer and Analyst to become an integral part of our Department of Defense (DoD) client team in Arlington, VA.

The ideal candidate will offer expert guidance to the Chief Data Officer (CDO) Directorate, assisting senior leadership.

This role requires the ability to deliver strategic advice, informed counsel, and robust recommendations to inform policy decisions, align investments, and facilitate effective, actionable outcomes.

Job Duties:


* Serves as subject matter expert on data policies and instructions.


* Review materials within the CDO Directorate to ensure editorial quality, consistency, and compliance with established style, format, and content standards.


* Responsible for designing, developing, and implementing data policy documentation and standards.


* Research and prepare written analyses or summaries (such as memoranda, reports, briefs, articles, presentations, or charts) from multiple sources and express data-centric technical information comprehensible to a broad audience.


* Provide policy solutions to support data-related services and perform reviews to ensure adherence to DoD guidance and policies.


* Respond effectively to inquiries, tasks, and requests related to data policy and governance, serving as a trusted resource for stakeholders and SAP CDO Directorate.


* Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with cross-functional teams, various high-level stakeholders, and senior technical individuals.


* Monitor regulatory updates and data-related developments to proactively adapt policies and practices to evolving standards.

Required:


* Candidates must possess an active TS/SCI clearance.


* A Bachelor's degree in related field such as Information Management, Data Science, or related technical field is required for this position.

4 years of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.

An Associate's degree and 2 years of relevant work experience may also be considered in lieu of the degree requirement


* 7+ years of experience developing data standards and/or...