Director CMS Technology Solutions

📋 Description

• • As a Technology Solutions Director for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) account at Guidehouse, you will be instrumental in shaping and delivering cutting-edge technology solutions that drive significant impact within a critical federal health agency.
• • This pivotal role requires you to provide the technical vision and leadership that underpins Guidehouse’s strategic technology positioning for CMS, ensuring our offerings are aligned with client needs and industry best practices.
• • You will be responsible for directing the development and implementation of comprehensive technology solutions across the entire CMS account portfolio, from initial concept to successful deployment.
• • A key aspect of your role will involve coaching and mentoring delivery resources, guiding them in the adoption and mastery of modern technology delivery practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• • You will play a crucial part in building and enhancing Guidehouse’s credibility and competitive edge in securing technology and technology-adjacent work within the complex CMS environment.
• • While strategic in nature, this position also requires a hands-on approach, with the expectation that you will deliver on select client engagements as needed, bringing your expertise directly to bear on critical projects.
• • Collaboration is central to this role; you will work closely with advisory and technology account leaders, technology capability leaders, and diverse delivery teams to ensure seamless integration and achievement of client objectives and Guidehouse’s growth targets.
• • You will identify and architect innovative technology solutions, encompassing modern digital services such as AI-enabled applications, cloud-native platforms, API-driven architectures, and robust, scalable systems that meet stringent functional and non-functional requirements, including security, performance, and accessibility.
• • A product-centric mindset is essential, where you will apply human-centered design, accessibility standards, and service design principles to guarantee that all solutions are intuitive, user-friendly, and demonstrably outcome-focused.
• • You will proactively identify opportunities where Guidehouse’s unique mission intelligence can serve as a differentiated entry point for pursuing new technology initiatives within CMS.
• • Your expertise in practical AI tool-building will be leveraged to enhance Guidehouse’s broader technology strategy, providing applied, real-world capability that complements theoretical advancements.
• • You will be tasked with developing reusable delivery playbooks, frameworks, and comprehensive training materials. These resources will incorporate modern agile and product management practices, specifically adapted to the unique operational and IT environments of CMS, with potential applicability across the broader federal health sector.
• • The role involves the creation and delivery of essential project artifacts, including product roadmaps, technical roadmaps, reference architectures, service blueprints, and conceptual designs, ensuring clarity and alignment across all stakeholders.
• • By shifting the firm’s focus from traditional advisory services towards technology-enabled consulting, you will champion modern technology engagement practices across the CMS portfolio, driving significant transformation.
• • This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the technological direction of a major federal health agency, contributing to improvements in healthcare delivery and administration through innovative technology solutions.
• • You will be at the forefront of adopting and implementing emerging technologies, ensuring Guidehouse remains a leader in technology consulting for government clients.
• • Your leadership will foster a collaborative environment where technical challenges are met with creative and effective solutions, directly impacting the success of CMS initiatives and the overall mission of Guidehouse.
• • This role demands a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of technology trends and their application in complex, regulated environments like CMS.
• • You will be empowered to make significant technical decisions and guide teams towards successful project outcomes, ensuring alignment with client goals and Guidehouse’s strategic objectives.
• • The ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable plans for both technical and non-technical stakeholders is paramount.
• • Ultimately, you will be a key architect of Guidehouse's success on the CMS account, driving technological excellence and client satisfaction through innovative and impactful solutions.