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Posted: January 23, 2026 (2 days ago)

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Lead Data Analyst

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Department of Health and Human Services

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Salary

$143,913 - $187,093

per year

Closes

January 29, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading the development and implementation of IT systems for Medicaid and CHIP programs, advising on policies, and guiding national healthcare IT projects.

A good fit would be someone with extensive experience in healthcare IT leadership, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate technical ideas to executives and teams.

It's ideal for a seasoned professional who thrives in federal government settings focused on public health services.

Key Requirements

  • IT-related experience at GS-13 level demonstrating attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem-solving competencies
  • At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-13, including leading national-level healthcare IT projects for Medicaid or CHIP
  • Experience overseeing funding and implementation of IT systems supporting national healthcare insurance programs
  • Developing and implementing healthcare IT products using industry best practices for delivery, security, and DevSecOps
  • Presenting technical guidance to senior leadership, states, and staff on enterprise IT projects
  • Resume limited to 2 pages with detailed, original descriptions of relevant experience (no direct copying from announcement)

Full Job Description

This position is located in the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services(CMCS).

As an IT Specialist (Systems Analysis) referred to here as a Lead Data Analyst, GS-2210-14, you will serve as a technical authority and advisor in the development, evaluation, and implementation of policies related to the operational aspects of the Medicaid Information Technology (IT) Environment.

ALL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.

Your resume (limited to no more than 2 pages) must include detailed information as it relates to the responsibilities and specialized experience for this position.

Evidence of copying and pasting directly from the vacancy announcement without clearly documenting supplemental information to describe your experience will result in an ineligible rating.

This will prevent you from receiving further consideration. There is a BASIC REQUIREMENT AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT for this position. You must meet both requirements.

BASIC REQUIREMENT: You must have IT-related experience, at the GS-13 grade level in the federal government, demonstrating each of the four competencies listed: I have IT-related experience, demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience obtained in either the private or public sector and/or completion of specific, intensive training that demonstrates that I possess each of the following four competencies: (1) Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

(2) Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.

(3) Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

(4) Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

AND In order to qualify for the GS-14, you must meet the following: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one year (52 weeks) of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal government, obtained in either the private or public sector, to include: 1) Leading national-level healthcare IT projects to oversee funding and implementation of information technology (IT) systems in support of Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) or other national healthcare insurance programs; 2) Developing and implementing healthcare IT products and solutions using IT industry best practices for product delivery, security, and DevSecOps; AND 3) Presenting technical guidance to senior leadership, states, and staff on implementation of enterprise IT projects.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Click the following link to view the occupational questionnaire: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12870106 Major Duties:

  • Lead national healthcare IT projects to oversee funding of IT projects for Medicaid, CHIP, and more specifically as it relates to the implementation of the Working Families Tax Credit Act Community Engagement requirements.
  • Review of state submitted funding requests to establish community engagement requirements for certain adults enrolled in the Medicaid adult expansion group or certain section 1115 partial expansion demonstrations.
  • Independently develop solutions to healthcare insurance program issues using information technology (IT) industry knowledge and provide technical guidance to leadership, states, and staff on IT funding and development projects.
  • Lead the coordination of IT design, development, and implementation process with internal and external stakeholders throughout the process to ensure the compatibility of various Medicaid, CHIP, or health care insurance information systems.
  • Coordinate the activities of contracts involved in the implementation of Medicaid and CHIP IT systems to ensure they meet project deadlines.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/23/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/23/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: CMS-CMCS-26-12870106-DH