State Health and Human Services Technology Leader

Job Family:
Technology Consulting

Travel Required:
Up to 50%

Clearance Required:
None

What You Will Do:

• Architecting Go to Market Solutions, defining the technology stack to achieve marketplace match and competitive differentiation
• Translating macro solution characteristics into working demonstrations and project accelerators
• Leading technology focused sections of RFPs, participating in client orals
• Leading cross-functional solution development teams to work in a collaborative, outcome-oriented environment
• Providing technical oversight and guidance on client engagements

What You Will Need:

• Minimum of 10 years of IT.
• Experience delivering HHS projects, including but not limited to Integrated Eligibility, Child Support, Child Welfare, Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS), and/or Medicaid Enterprise Systems (MES).
• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience with leading-edge technologies across Cloud, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and enterprise platforms.
• Proven track record of leading solution architecture initiatives and delivering impactful technology solutions in the HHS domain.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Government Procurement Expertise: Familiarity with the HHS procurement lifecycle, including experience with RFP/RFI responses, contract vehicles, and state-specific procurement processes.
• Must be willing to travel for meetings as needed.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to pass the govt background check.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as TOGAF, AWS/Google Cloud Platform/Azure Architect, PMP, or SAFe Agilist.
• Data Strategy & Governance: Knowledge of data interoperability standards (e.g., NIEM, HL7), data privacy regulations (e.g., HIPAA), and master data management.

The annual salary range for this position is $226,000.00-$376,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

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