Genesis10
Data Catalog Admin - Alation or Atlan Position
Genesis10, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
Genesis10 is seeking an IS Technical Specialist: IV (Lead) for an 8-month contract position in Columbus, OH. Our target pay rate is between $65.00 - $70.00 per hour on our W2. No C2C.
Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled Data Catalog Administrator with experience in tools such as Alation or Atlan to manage and optimize our enterprise data catalog platform. The ideal candidate will be responsible for metadata management, data discovery, governance, and data lineage within the organization. This role will collaborate with data stewards, analysts, engineers, and business teams to enhance data accessibility and governance across the enterprise.
Responsibilities:
Administer, configure, and maintain the Data Catalog platform.
Ensure seamless integration with various data sources (databases, data lakes, BI tools, applications, etc.).
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize configurations.
Metadata Management & Data Governance:
Oversee metadata ingestion, curation, and classification to enhance data discovery.
Work with data stewards and governance teams to enforce data standards, policies, and lineage tracking.
Define and implement role-based access control (RBAC) and data security policies.
Collaborate & Training:
Partner with business and technical teams to promote data literacy and catalog adoption.
Conduct training and onboarding sessions for users on effective platform usage.
Maintain documentation and best practices for metadata management and catalog utilization.
Continuous Improvement:
Evaluate new features and enhancements in the Data Catalog and recommend improvements.
Automate catalog-related tasks using APIs and scripting where possible.
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in data governance and cataloging.
Requirements:
5+ years of experience administering Alation or Atlan (or similar data catalog platforms).
Strong understanding of metadata management, data governance, and data lineage.
Experience working with SQL and related databases (e.g., Snowflake, BigQuery, SQL Server, etc.).
Familiarity with data governance frameworks and compliance standards (GDPR, CCPA, etc.).
Ability to troubleshoot integration and performance issues within the data catalog platform.
Preferred:
Experience working with ETL tools, APIs, and scripting languages (Python, SQL, etc.).
Knowledge of data lake and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Hands-on experience with BI tools like Tableau, Power BI, Looker, etc.
Certifications in Alation, Atlan, or Data Governance frameworks are a plus.
About Genesis10:
Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many Fortune 100 firms and various industry verticals.
Benefits of Working with Genesis10:
Access to hundreds of clients, many with long-standing relationships with Genesis10.
The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many consultants work exclusively with us for years.
Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (average 7+ years of experience).
Behavioral Health Platform
Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Savings Account
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
401K
Sick Pay (where applicable)
Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF)
Genesis10 has been recognized repeatedly as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., and for excellence in work-life balance, career growth, diversity, and leadership. For more information and to view all available opportunities, visit our website.
Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled Data Catalog Administrator with experience in tools such as Alation or Atlan to manage and optimize our enterprise data catalog platform. The ideal candidate will be responsible for metadata management, data discovery, governance, and data lineage within the organization. This role will collaborate with data stewards, analysts, engineers, and business teams to enhance data accessibility and governance across the enterprise.
Responsibilities:
Administer, configure, and maintain the Data Catalog platform.
Ensure seamless integration with various data sources (databases, data lakes, BI tools, applications, etc.).
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize configurations.
Metadata Management & Data Governance:
Oversee metadata ingestion, curation, and classification to enhance data discovery.
Work with data stewards and governance teams to enforce data standards, policies, and lineage tracking.
Define and implement role-based access control (RBAC) and data security policies.
Collaborate & Training:
Partner with business and technical teams to promote data literacy and catalog adoption.
Conduct training and onboarding sessions for users on effective platform usage.
Maintain documentation and best practices for metadata management and catalog utilization.
Continuous Improvement:
Evaluate new features and enhancements in the Data Catalog and recommend improvements.
Automate catalog-related tasks using APIs and scripting where possible.
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in data governance and cataloging.
Requirements:
5+ years of experience administering Alation or Atlan (or similar data catalog platforms).
Strong understanding of metadata management, data governance, and data lineage.
Experience working with SQL and related databases (e.g., Snowflake, BigQuery, SQL Server, etc.).
Familiarity with data governance frameworks and compliance standards (GDPR, CCPA, etc.).
Ability to troubleshoot integration and performance issues within the data catalog platform.
Preferred:
Experience working with ETL tools, APIs, and scripting languages (Python, SQL, etc.).
Knowledge of data lake and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Hands-on experience with BI tools like Tableau, Power BI, Looker, etc.
Certifications in Alation, Atlan, or Data Governance frameworks are a plus.
About Genesis10:
Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many Fortune 100 firms and various industry verticals.
Benefits of Working with Genesis10:
Access to hundreds of clients, many with long-standing relationships with Genesis10.
The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many consultants work exclusively with us for years.
Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (average 7+ years of experience).
Behavioral Health Platform
Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Savings Account
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
401K
Sick Pay (where applicable)
Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF)
Genesis10 has been recognized repeatedly as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., and for excellence in work-life balance, career growth, diversity, and leadership. For more information and to view all available opportunities, visit our website.
Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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