$145,280 median salary*
46,821 jobs available*
If you like managing large sets of data, ensuring data integrity, and supporting decision-making through robust data management this role is for you.
As a Data Manager, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the collection, storage, organization, and analysis of data within an organization, ensuring its accuracy, security, and compliance with regulations. You will develop and implement data management policies and procedures, collaborate with various departments to identify data needs and support business objectives, and work with cloud service providers to ensure secure and efficient data storage. Additionally, you will manage data integration projects, lead a team of data professionals, and stay current with emerging data management technologies to enhance the organization's data strategy.
¹ Median salary and job opening data are sourced from Lightcast™ Job Postings Report. (3/1/2024 - 3/1/2025)
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