CTG's long-standing Fortune 500 client of over 15 years has a W2 contract assignment for a Data Readiness Lead, ERP Transformation. Type: ContractJob Title: Data Readiness Lead, ERP TransformationLocation: Remote - Candidates local to Corning, NY preferred, however, candidates in all US locations may be considered for remote work. Candidates must be willing to support EST hours.Pay Rate: $52.46 - $101.01/hourWork Hours: M-F 8am-5pmEducation: Bachelor’s Degree with technical discipline or equivalent experience Role Summary:The Data Readiness Lead ensures that data migrated into SAP S/4HANA is accurate, compliant, and business-ready at go-live. This role is critical to reducing data risk, preventing post-go-live disruption, and ensuring measurable confidence in enterprise data quality across ERP transformation initiatives. This is a hands-on execution role embedded within ERP project teams, partnering closely with business data owners, data migration teams, and project leadership to drive data readiness, governance, and quality outcomes. Key Responsibilities:• Lead data cleansing activities with business data owners to ensure migration readiness• Define, measure, and report data quality metrics across project lifecycle• Ensure enterprise data standards are applied during design, mapping, and migration processes• Track and resolve data defects, issues, and remediation actions across load cycles• Manage data approvals, sign-offs, and compliance documentation• Partner with ERP project leadership to assess and communicate data readiness status• Identify, escalate, and mitigate data risks impacting go-live readiness• Support stakeholder education and transparency around data quality and readiness• Recommend improvements to data readiness frameworks and governance practices Required Qualifications:• 5–7+ years of experience in Data Quality, IT, or Data Migration roles• Strong experience with data cleansing, validation, and quality measurement practices• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and business teams• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced transformation environment• Strong analytical thinking with ability to apply judgment in ambiguous situations• High sense of urgency and self-driven execution mindset Preferred Qualifications:• Experience in large-scale ERP transformation programs• Strong hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA data migration and related interfaces• Experience operating independently in complex enterprise environments• Strong presentation skills with ability to communicate to leadership audiences• Project management exposure in transformation or data initiatives• Highly organized with strong attention to detail Contract Role Characteristics:• Independent contractor role with no direct reports• Execution-focused role aligned to project governance and standards• Provides recommendations, risk visibility, and status reporting to leadership• No enterprise policy or decision-making authority Performance Expectations:• Zero data-related audit findings tied to migration deliverables• No unexpected post-go-live data defects impacting operations• Reduced data defect rates across successive load cycles• Clear visibility into data quality and readiness throughout lifecycle• Minimal disruption to project timelines due to data issues Additional Information• No third party resumes will be accepted• Drug testing and/or other employment-related inquiries may be conducted• CTG will consider for employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws• All interested individuals MUST be able to work on a W2 Tax basis (no C2C or third party vendors)• CTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer• CTG is an E-Verify Company To be considered for this opportunity, please apply directly through our website by clicking the link below or email your Word version resume and salary expectations to Rebecca.Olan@ctg.com. About CTG CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance clients’ digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any challenge. Backed by more than 60 years’ experience and a commitment to being a reliable, results-driven partner, we work shoulder to shoulder with clients to shape digital together. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. With more than 9,000 team members in over 15 countries, we combine global expertise with local insight to deliver innovative solutions. We operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. Together, we shape what’s next—working shoulder to shoulder to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and society. Our culture is built by the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. At CTG, you’ll find a workplace where you are encouraged to grow, supported in your ambitions, and empowered to shape your own career journey. For more information, visit www.ctg.com. CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws. CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.

• Lead the analysis of large, complex datasets to uncover strategic insights that drive product innovation and business growth. • Lead the design, development, validation, and refinement of advanced predictive models and AI-driven solutions—including machine learning and natural language processing (NLP) techniques—to optimize every step of the customer journeys, improve demand/supply forecasting, deliver personalized recommendations, and achieve high customer satisfaction. • Collaborate cross-functionally with product, marketing, and customer experience teams to identify data-driven opportunities for conversion optimization, retention, and engagement improvements. • Design, implement, and interpret A/B tests and multi-variant experiments to evaluate and optimize product and operational initiatives. • Develop and maintain dashboards and automated reporting tools to support data-driven decision-making, partnering with data engineering on scalable data infrastructure. • Collaborate closely with data engineering teams to ensure data quality and consistency for accurate analysis and modeling. • Communicate complex technical insights effectively to both technical teams and executive stakeholders. • Provide training on utilizing data analysis and reports and foster the growth of a data-centric culture across the organization.

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a mid-level Data Science Professional to provide remote support for our NAVAIR customer in Lexington Park/Patuxent River, MD You will work on a variety of topics within the Advanced Analytics and Innovation (AA&I) Branch. The primary topic involves the development of highly sophisticated analytics products for various Program Management Air (PMA) offices within the Department of Navy, among other Navy customers. These products will leverage programming languages such as python and SQL and business intelligence (BI) tools such as Tableau, Qlik and Power BI to analyze and visualize Navy reliability, maintenance, supply and financial data in an actionable format. This is a full-time position, with fully remote, hybrid and in-person options available. Be part of an exciting team making a difference for the US Naval Air Forces. What you will do… Your primary duties will involve using data and computer science techniques to assist in analyzing scientific and business operations problems across the Air Systems Group, which includes a diversified customer base across the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD). Topics include: - Master the data lifecycle by gathering, cleaning, and preparing complex datasets. You will be responsible for joining disparate tables and meticulously constructing the final, analysis-ready data sources that power our applications and visualizations. - Apply your deep expertise in Python and SQL to analyze intricate datasets. You will develop novel metrics and key performance indicators, designing comprehensive, data-driven solutions that directly address customer requirements. - Analyze historical data and trends using advanced statistical methods to build predictive models that forecast future outcomes. You'll continuously refine and optimize model performance to drive strategic decision-making. - Design and build compelling, interactive dashboards in Tableau, Power BI, and Qlik. You will perform analysis both in the back-end data source and within the visualization tools to tell powerful stories with data and empower stakeholders. As a Data Scientist on our team, you will be a hands-on practitioner at the intersection of data, analytics, and visualization. Your work will center on applying rigorous data science techniques to transform complex information into actionable intelligence. You will leverage your proficiency in Python, SQL, and advanced modeling to not only prepare and analyze large datasets but also to build the predictive models that guide our strategy. A key part of your role will be bringing data to life through compelling, interactive dashboards using tools like Tableau, Power BI, and Qlik. You will apply your expertise in python, SQL, and statistics across the entire analytical lifecycle—from data collection and processing to the final presentation of statistical insights. While you will provide critical input on project planning and the development of analysis tools, the primary requirement for this role is deep competence in data science, not prior subject matter expertise in Air Systems Group. Qualifications What you will need: - Minimum requirements are a BS degree in data science/mathematics/Statistics (desired), Engineering/Computer Science (acceptable) and 5 years of related data analysis experience; 3 years with MS/MA - Proficiency in BI tools such as Tableau, Qlik, or Power BI, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience. - Proficiency in Python and SQL, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience. - Familiarity with advanced mathematical, statistical, or analytics techniques - Secret clearance or the ability to obtain. Must be a U.S. citizen. Desired qualifications: - Familiarity with aviation data, flight records, and maintenance and reliability data - Advanced Tableau data visualization experience - Experience in data processing with Tableau Prep - Strong analytical and critical thinking skills - Strong oral and written communication skills; including presentation skills and being able to defend a technical position and/or recommendation - Self-directed team player with proven ability to deliver tasks timely and efficiently, and a demonstrated ability to interact professionally with all levels of management - High level problem solving and interpersonal skills - Flexible and able to work in a dynamic environment - Experience in the aerospace, and/or defense industries Peraton Overview Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure. Target Salary Range $104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. EEO EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

About Pinterest: Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we’re on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product. Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities, celebrate each other’s unique experiences and embrace the flexibility to do your best work. Creating a career you love? It’s Possible. At Pinterest, AI isn't just a feature, it's a powerful partner that augments our creativity and amplifies our impact, and we’re looking for candidates who are excited to be a part of that. To get a complete picture of your experience and abilities, we’ll explore your foundational skills and how you collaborate with AI. Through our interview process, what matters most is that you can always explain your approach, showing us not just what you know, but how you think. You can read more about our AI interview philosophy and how we use AI in our recruiting process here. Pinterest is the world's leading visual search and discovery platform, serving over 500 million monthly active users globally on their journey from inspiration to action. As we scale Generative AI experiences — including Pinterest Assistant and Canvas — ensuring these products are safe, fair, and trustworthy is paramount. We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist to help lead Pinterest's responsible AI mandate within the Advanced Technology Group (ATG). In this role, you will design and build the data science foundations for automated adversarial testing of our GenAI products — developing attack strategies, evaluation frameworks, and harm-detection methodologies that operate at scale. You will work in a highly collaborative and cross-functional environment, partnering with ML Engineers, Trust & Safety specialists, Policy teams, and Product Managers. You are expected to develop a deep understanding of generative AI vulnerabilities, and generate insights and robust methodologies to proactively surface and mitigate risks. The results of your work will directly influence product safety, policy compliance, and user trust across Pinterest. What you'll do - Design and develop automated adversarial testing methodologies — including single-turn, multi-turn, and multimodal attack strategies — to proactively identify vulnerabilities in Pinterest's Generative AI products. - Build and calibrate hybrid evaluation pipelines combining LLM-based judges, classifiers, and rule-based systems to accurately detect safety violations, policy breaches, bias, and representational harms. - Develop and operationalize harm taxonomies grounded in industry standards and Pinterest's Responsible AI and Trust & Safety threat models. - Design adaptive refinement loops that learn from attack outcomes (near-misses, partial failures) to iteratively surface deeper and previously unknown vulnerabilities. - Bring scientific rigor and statistical methods to the evaluation of AI safety — including benchmark dataset construction, evaluation calibration, and success-metric definition (vulnerability severity, coverage breadth, pre-launch risk reduction). - Work cross-functionally to build relationships, proactively communicate key findings, and collaborate closely with ML engineers, Trust & Safety specialists, policy teams, product managers, and legal partners to ensure safe product launches. - Relentlessly focus on impact, whether through influencing product safety strategy, advancing responsible AI metrics, or improving critical evaluation processes. - Mentor and up-level junior data scientists and cross-functional partners on adversarial evaluation, responsible AI methodologies, and safety-aware data science practices. What we're looking for - 5+ years of experience analyzing data in a fast-paced, data-driven environment with proven ability to apply scientific methods to solve real-world problems on web-scale data. - Strong interest and hands-on experience in one or more of: AI safety, adversarial machine learning, red teaming, responsible AI, or trust & safety. - Deep familiarity with large language models (LLMs), generative AI systems, and their failure modes — including prompt injection, jailbreaks, bias, and safety violations. - Experience designing and calibrating evaluation frameworks for AI systems — including LLM-as-judge, classifier-based evaluation, and benchmark dataset construction. - Strong quantitative programming (Python) and data manipulation skills (SQL/Spark); experience with ML pipelines and large-scale experimentation. - Familiarity with AI safety taxonomies and frameworks (e.g., OWASP LLM Top 10, MITRE ATLAS) is strongly preferred. - Ability to work independently, drive ambiguous projects end-to-end, and operate with high ownership. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical findings to both technical and non-technical partners. - A team player eager to partner across Responsible AI, Trust & Safety, Product, Engineering, Policy, and Legal to turn safety insights into action. This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. #LI-NM4 At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise. Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here. US based applicants only $139,764—$287,749 USD Our Commitment to Inclusion: Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete this form for support.