IT Data Integration & DevOps Analyst

The Council for Professional Recognition is the nation’s leading credentialing organization for early childhood educators and the home of the Child Development Associate (CDA)® Credential—the most widely recognized certification in early childhood education. For more than 45 years, the Council has advanced the professionalization of the early childhood education workforce by establishing rigorous standards that ensure educators have the skills and knowledge to support the healthy development of children from birth to age five.

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented IT Data Integration & DevOps Analyst to manage, integrate, and optimize enterprise data across the Council’s Microsoft-based technology environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate, secure, and reliable data flows that support analytics, reporting, and operational decision-making. The IT Data Integration & DevOps Analyst advances the Council’s mission by delivering high-quality data solutions that enable informed decisions and organizational excellence.

About the Role

The IT Data Integration & DevOps Analyst is the Council’s primary technical data specialist responsible for managing and optimizing data integrations across Azure Synapse Analytics, Dataverse, Dynamics 365, and related Microsoft technologies. This role ensures that data flows efficiently and securely from core operational systems into downstream environments used for analytics, reporting, and business operations.

In addition, the position supports DevOps functions by maintaining CI/CD pipelines, automating deployments, and ensuring consistent and reliable releases across development, test, and production environments. The IT Data Integration & DevOps Analyst works closely with the Business Data Analyst, Solutions Architects, vendors, and IT leadership to deliver scalable, high-quality data and integration solutions aligned with organizational goals.

Position Details

Location: Remote

Reports to: Enterprise Solutions Architect

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Travel: Minimal, as needed

Salary: $105,000-$110,000/annually

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain data integrations across operational systems, Dataverse, Azure Synapse Analytics, and Dynamics 365.

• Ensure synchronization, accuracy, availability, and consistency of data between operational and analytical environments.

• Develop, support, and optimize ETL and ELT processes for analytics and reporting platforms, including Power BI.

• Monitor and improve data quality through validation rules, reconciliation processes, profiling, and quality checks.

• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for data and application components using Azure DevOps and related tools.

• Automate deployments and manage environment configurations to ensure consistent release processes across environments.

• Monitor data pipelines and system performance; troubleshoot integration, pipeline, and deployment issues.

• Collaborate closely with the Business Data Analyst to align data models, integration logic, and structures with reporting requirements.

• Develop and maintain data models for both operational and dimensional databases.

• Maintain clear technical documentation for data flows, integrations, transformations, and DevOps processes.

• Collaborate with Solutions Architects, Integration Developers, vendors, and IT leadership on platform enhancements and issue resolution.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Five (5) or more years of experience in data integration, data management, or DevOps within Microsoft-based environments.

• Hands-on experience with Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory, Dataverse, and Dynamics 365 integrations.

• Strong proficiency in SQL, data modeling, and data transformation.

• Experience supporting CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or similar tools.

• Familiarity with APIs, ETL/ELT processes, and system integration best practices.

• Understanding of Power BI datasets, dataflows, and enterprise data connectivity.

• Knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance standards such as FERPA.

• Experience with automation scripting using PowerShell or Python preferred.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong collaboration and communication skills, including working with vendors and cross-functional teams.

• Bachelor’s degree required in information systems, computer science, data engineering, or equivalent experience; master’s degree preferred.

• Proactive, organized, and committed to documentation and continuous improvement.

Why Work at the Council

The Council for Professional Recognition is more than a workplace—it is a mission-driven community where people stay, grow, and thrive. We are proud to be Great Place to Work Certified, reflecting the positive experiences and engagement of our employees. We invest in our people and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support well-being, balance, and long-term success.

What We Offer

• Hybrid-Remote work environment with flexibility and trust

• 35-hour work week

• Highly competitive health benefits with significant employer contribution

• Dental, vision, and life insurance

• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution

• Generous paid time off, holidays, and leave programs

• Professional development opportunities

Equal Opportunity

The Council for Professional Recognition is committed to building a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. The Council is unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas at this time.