• Taxonomy NIEM Architect

    COOLSOFT (Richmond, VA)


    Taxonomy NIEM Architect

     

    (Jobs in Richmond, VA)

     

    Requirement id 156256

     

    Job title Architect

     

    Job location in Richmond, VA

     

    Skills required Data Modeling, Data Architecture Expertise, Metadata Management, Taxonomy NIEM

     

    Open Date 09-Dec-2025

     

    Close Date

     

    Job type Contract

     

    Duration 5 Months

     

    Compensation DOE

     

    Status requirement ---

     

    Job interview type ---

     

    Email Recruiter:coolsoft

     

    Job Description Architect: Data Modeling, Data Architecture Expertise, Metadata Management, Taxonomy NIEM

     

    Start date : 01/20/2026

     

    End Date : 06/30/2026

     

    Submission deadline : 12/12/2025

     

    Client Info : VDOT

    Note:

    * Agency Interview Type : In Person Only

    * Hybrid

    Description :

    Minimum Requirement: Candidates must have prior Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) experience directly related to this role. Extensive experience in data quality management is also required. Candidates must additionally demonstrate experience with enterprise data programs at a similar sized organization (private or public).

     

    • Long-Term position requires 3 days a week onsite at 1401 East Broad Street, Richmond VA (Local Candiates Only - Richmond, VA)

    • Contractor will be responsible for purchasing parking through VDOTs Parking Management Office or procuring their own parking

     

    The VDOT Program Manager - Business Data Management Architect will participate in an enterprise data management program. As a participant, this role will need to coordinate with business architecture, data architecture, enterprise architecture staff, data stewards, and data custodians. The Business Data Management Architect will be responsible for leveraging expertise in data modeling and extensive data quality management to design and implement effective data management processes. This position requires defining and utilizing taxonomies for enhanced data organization, classification, and retrieval, contributing to improved metadata management. You will need to become familiar with VDOTs Business Capability Model and participate in developing and maturing an enterprise data model, enterprise data flows, and road maps. This position will require familiarity (or the development of familiarity) with the National Information Exchange Model, the Spatial Data Standards for Facilities, Infrastructure, and Environment, and other standards.

    Qualifications:

    • Minimum requirement: Prior Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) experience directly related to this role

    • Extensive experience in data quality management, including establishing standards, monitoring, and continuous improvement

    • Demonstrated experience with enterprise data programs at a similarly sized organization (private or public)

    • Proven experience in data modeling

    • Demonstrated ability to bridge the gap between business architecture and National Information Exchange Model (NIEM) standards

    • Strong understanding of data governance principles and best practices

    • Proficiency in metadata management, including taxonomies, and enhancing data quality

    • Experience in overseeing the complete data lifecycle within a complex organizational structure

    • Strong written and verbal communication skills

     

    Call502-379-4456 Ext 100for more details. Please provide Requirement id: 156256 while calling.

     

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