Vice President, Information Management

This job is ONSITE at our Bryan, TX Headquarters.  Remote/Hybrid options may be considered for the appropriate candidate.  

About BlueForge Alliance (BFA):

BlueForge Alliance is an agile program integrator positioned to meet the demand to build capacity for the defense industrial base. We are a unifying organization converging technology, manufacturing, economics, and state and federal government to provide a forward-facing, federated umbrella with national visibility.

As a non-profit, neutral convener, BlueForge Alliance aligns strategy with execution to coordinate regional stakeholders, assess and propose high-value efforts, and rapidly establish and deploy U.S. Department of Defense investments. By streamlining competing priorities and viewpoints, we aim to increase manufacturing capacity and technology adoption, boost the number of available suppliers and diversify investment into the defense industrial base.

Position Summary:

Vice President, Information Management will develop and execute the organization's enterprise-wide information management strategy. This role will lead the integration of data systems, ensure seamless interoperability, and optimize information architecture to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert (SME) with extensive experience in corporate information management, Department of Defense (DoD) compliance, and data management requirements. In addition to the following details, by being a BlueForger, you will be expected to uphold and exemplify our values of Belonging, Selfless Service, Integrity, Leadership, Respect, and Excellence. We uphold these values upon a backbone of humility driven by a culture of safety, vulnerability, and purpose.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive information management strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Provide executive-level guidance on data management, system integration, and technology adoption.
• Lead enterprise digital transformation initiatives, ensuring modern, scalable, and interoperable systems.

Information Management & Integration

• ·    Oversee enterprise-wide data system integration, ensuring seamless data flow across business units.
• ·    Apply emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, to enhance information management.
• ·    Optimize information curation and sharing within and across BFA.
• ·    Drive forward-looking capabilities to support corporate and programmatic initiatives.

 Data & Analytics:

• Design and manage robust data governance frameworks to ensure accuracy, security, risk management and compliance with DoD and other applicable standards.
• Leverage analytics and business intelligence tools to enhance operational insights.
• Drive AI and machine learning initiatives where applicable.

DoD & Compliance

• Ensure all information systems comply with DoD regulations, including cybersecurity, data protection, and audit readiness.
• Collaborate with DoD partners to align organizational systems with defense requirements and data classification, fostering trust and operational excellence.
• Act as the organization’s SME on DoD-related information systems, compliance requirements, and operational protocols.

Operational

• Oversee the deployment and maintenance of enterprise applications, data warehouses, and business intelligence tools, using industry-leading tools, such as ITIL.
• Provide and manage resources to support programmatic needs (e.g., interfaces among corporate and program data tools and processes, expertise in compliance and data classification).
• Drive innovation by identifying emerging technologies and practices that can improve operational efficiency and decision-making.
• Establish and maintain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of data systems.
• Develop and manage the department budget, ensuring cost-effective investments.
• Establish and enforce information curation and usage policies, procedures, and best practices.