Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. **Job Summary** The Data Strategy Specialist is responsible for overseeing comprehensive data governance and compliance across the organization. The incumbent will develop and maintain a data catalog to provide a centralized repository of metadata and will implement data marking and tagging strategies. The Specialist will design, enforce and contribute to Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies to ensure consistent data management practices across the organization. The specialist collaborates with Data Stewards to ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance, facilitating communication between data owners and users to align data management practices with business objectives. The incumbent will provide training and support to staff on data governance tools and best practices, as well as monitoring data governance activities and generating reports to track compliance, data quality, and the effectiveness of data management strategies, are also essential aspects of the role. **Responsibilities** + Oversees comprehensive data governance and compliance across the organization. + Develops, implements and maintains a comprehensive data catalog; ensures accurate and up-to-date metadata for all assets; facilitates data discovery and accessibility for business infrastructure and applications. + Designs and implements a robust data marking and tagging strategy to classify and organize data assets; collaborates with data stewards and business unites to ensure consistent application of tags and labels; monitors and refines tagging processes to enhance data governance and alignment with corporate data governance strategy. + Develops, enforces and contributes to DLP policies to protect sensitive data; monitors data activities and implements measures to prevent unauthorized access to data breaches; conducts regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance with DLP policies. + Works closely with the compliance team to ensure data practices align with regulatory requirements and company policies; implements and monitors controls to enforce data governance and compliance. + Monitors and manages Purview platform performance and availability; troubleshoots and resolves issues related to data cataloging, tagging, and DLP; generates reports and dashboards to track data governance metrics and compliance status. + Develops and provides training and support to staff on data governance tools and best practices. **Key Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology; eight years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field. + Demonstrated experience with data governance tools; understanding of data governance principles and best practices. + Experience with data cataloging, metadata management, and data classification. + Knowledge of data privacy regulations and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, Export Controlled). + Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. + Strong communication and collaboration abilities. **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience with cloud platforms; familiarity with data security and DLP technologies. **Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life** We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life. + **Balance life through a compressed work schedule** : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time. + **Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement:** You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs. + **Take time to recharge** : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated. + **Prioritize wellness** : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits. + **Better together** : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support. + **Build your financial future** : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that. + **Advance your education** : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education. **A Work Environment Where You Succeed** For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world. You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to: + Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects + Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery + Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment + Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders + Give back to and improve our communities **Vaccinations & Safety Protocols** _Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws)._ _Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle._ The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. **No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.** For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers