VP Data Analytics and Services

We offer remote work opportunities (AK, AR, AZ, CO, FL, HI, IA, ID, IL, KS, LA, MD, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NM, NC, ND, OK, OR, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA/DC, WA, WI & WY only).

Our Department of Defense contract requires ship and a favorably adjudicated DOD background investigation for this position.

Veterans, Reservists, Guardsmen and military family members are encouraged to apply!

Job Summary

The Vice President of Data Analytics and Services will report to the Chief Financial Officer and will provide strategic, architectural and operational leadership for TriWest's enterprise data function. This leader will oversee the development and execution of data acquisition; integration; use of operational application and analytics data solutions; database design, development, and administration; and their associated processes and role they play as part of the enterprise data architecture. This role manages teams of data architects, data integrators, data developers, and data infrastructure engineers. The Vice President of Data Analytics and Services is responsible for providing strategic direction for data related systems, development, and analytics-related use cases, as well as functional oversight of day-to-day integration ensuring overall data quality and integrity is achieved in support of internal business and governmental reporting requirements. This leader will bring a modern architectural vision to the organization - defining the target-state architecture for the enterprise data ecosystem, enabling scalable data management practices, and ensuring interoperability across systems.

Education & Experience

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Financial Systems, or related fields of study
U.S. Citizenship
Must be able to receive a favorable Interim and adjudicated final Department of Defense (DoD) background investigation
10 years' relevant business data analytics, business intelligence, and data services experience
7 years' experience leading cross functional teams, building, and delivering advanced analytic projects including predictive data modeling
Demonstrable experience providing executive-level, strategic leadership for data-driven organizations
7 years' experience with complex SQL in SQL Server or Oracle environments
Experience in healthcare or health insurance organizations with relevant EDI processes
Experience with data oriented SDLC for ETL, reporting, or app development
Experience with enterprise-level metadata and data quality management solutions
Experience with business intelligence and analytic solutions such as Tableau
Track record of solving sophisticated data analytics problems at scale with outstanding business & technology results
Experience with Agile methodologies with a continuous improvement and minimum viable product mentality
Experience with the operation of data governance practices

Preferred:

Master's Degree in Business, Business Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field
Experience with Tableau - including Tableau Server and Tableau Desktop
Experience with ground-up implementation of master data management solutions and processes for the enterprise
Experience with ground-up development of data governance practices for an organization and ensuring adoption through engagement of organizational leaders and stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Experience with the implementation and operation of EDIFCS for healthcare claims related X12 EDI datasets (835, 837, etc.)
Work history that includes strong technical skills regarding ETL, SQL, data manipulation, data migration, database tuning and / or database administration

Key Responsibilities

Demonstrate leadership in the guidance of data operations, data governance, and enterprise information management projects.
Set and communicate a clear enterprise data strategy and architectural vision aligned to business priorities and financial outcomes.
Define and implement an enterprise data operating model that ensures consistency and integrity for how services, reports, and analytics are delivered and supported across business data domains.
Support project management process through coordination of resource assignments to project initiatives and providing oversight and coaching in support of project delivery within specific scope, timeline, and budget.
Oversee the management of multiple information assets, including production system databases, data warehouses, data marts, and other data stores, employ strategies for data quality, integration, management, and governance for data assets.
Develops and implements business intelligence architecture plans, assessing cost and feasibility of system requests and ensuring that the plan supports both strategic needs and immediate / emerging tactical needs from the business.

Deliver analytical solution methodologies and capabilities to enable insight generation and reporting, such as identification and closure of data gaps, metrics and measurement methodology development, design and prototyping of reporting and data visualization solutions, and ad hoc analytic studies.
Define architecture for data and analytics considering both current and emerging technologies and trends.
Drive enterprise alignment on data architecture principles considering both current and emerging technologies and trends, ensuring consistency across platforms and minimizing fragmentation.
Define processes to support best practices for capturing and organizing structured and unstructured data across various sources and for analyzing data though in-depth statistical techniques to create best-in-class customer experiences and business insights which provide marketplace advantages and constant improvement in delivery.
Lead TriWest's enterprise data architecture modernization.
Work with business leaders to define KPIs and drive related performance and decisions through the use of data and predictive data models.
Collaborates with business unit leaders to define business requirements for new business information technologies.

Oversee the evolution of enterprise BI applications and reporting tools ensuring that decision makers have access to quality information in a timely fashion.
Serve as the leader of enterprise data governance forums, ensuring alignment with compliance, risk, and financial reporting needs.
Ensures best practices are established, communicated, and maintained.
Defines systematic approaches to measure and evaluate data quality.
Build an organization that creates a competitive advantage through attracting top talent, investing in career development, and developing management and leadership succession plans.

Accountable for crafting and delivering technical and product roadmaps and architectural standards for data related technologies through partnership with business stakeholders, as well as architecture, and engineering teams.
Partner with IT and with business leaders across the organization to develop, communicate, and own the execution of a unified strategy for analytic excellence including advanced analytics, predictive modeling, business reporting, enterprise data governance strategy, data security, and data integration.
Ensure that the organization is evaluating emerging/disruptive technologies and processes for data, data services, data warehousing, data analytics and cloud solutions.
Enable data usability, availability, and efficiency of analytics and reporting with regards to products, customers, operations, and markets.
Drive enterprise digital transformation, innovation, and cost efficiencies relative to data related technologies and teams , resulting in data-driven decision making throughout the organization.
Leverage sophisticated analytics and insights, provide thought-partnership and a deep customer centricity to guide business decisions and provide meaningful, actionable, data-driven opportunities and actions in alignment with business strategy.

Competencies

Coaching / Training / Mentoring: Actively foster actions required for desired business outcomes through ongoing constructive feedback.

Commitment to Task: Ability to conform to established policies and procedures; exhibit high motivation.

Communication / People Skills: Ability to influence or persuade others under positive or negative circumstances; adapt to different styles; listen critically; collaborate.

Computer Literacy: Ability to function in a multi-system Microsoft environment using Word, Outlook, TriWest Intranet, the Internet, and department software applications.

Creativity / Innovation: Ability to develop unique and novel solutions to problems; view change as necessary.

Independent Thinking / Self-Initiative: Critical thinkers with ability to focus on things which matter most to achieving outcomes; commitment to task to produce outcomes without direction and to find necessary resources.

Information Management: Ability to manage large amounts of complex information easily, communicate clearly, and draw sound conclusions. Ability to define future-state enterprise data architecture and influence long-term strategic direction

Leadership: Successfully manage different styles of employees; provide clear direction and effective coaching.

Organizational Skills: Ability to organize people or tasks, adjust to priorities, learn systems, within time constraints and with available resources; detail-oriented.

Problem Solving / Analysis: Ability to solve problems through systematic analysis of processes with sound judgment; has a realistic understanding of relevant issues. Ability to align data initiatives with financial and operational outcomes and present insights at the executive level.

Team-Building / Team Player: Influence the actions and opinions of others in a positive direction and build group commitment.

Technical Skills: Expert knowledge of statistical data analysis, statistical quality control, performance measurement tools, and process improvement techniques; knowledge of healthcare operations; working knowledge of claims processing and medical management decision-making support system; proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and query software; strong written communication and presentation skills; proficient with reporting techniques and tools, research and project management skills; thorough knowledge of information systems. Hands-on experience with data engineering, ETL, data modeling, and performance optimization. Understanding of MDM concepts and data governance frameworks, and ability to integrate across functions.

Working Conditions

Working Conditions:

Availability to work non-regular hours as necessary
Works within a standard office environment, with limited travel
Extensive computer work with prolonged sitting

Company Overview

Taking Care of Our Nation's Heroes.

It's Who We Are. It's What We Do.

Do you have a passion for serving those who served?

Join the TriWest Healthcare Alliance Team! We're On a Mission to Serve !

Our job is to make sure that America's heroes get connected to health care in the community.

At TriWest Healthcare Alliance, we've proudly been on that important mission since 1996.

Benefits

We're more than just a health care company. We're passionate about serving others! We believe in rewarding loyal, hard-working people who are willing to learn as they grow. TriWest Healthcare Alliance values teamwork. Join our team, fulfill your responsibilities, and you may also be considered for frequent pay raises, overtime opportunities to earn even more, recognition and reward programs, and much more. Of course, we also offer a comprehensive and progressive compensation and benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (with matching)
• Short-term and long-term disability, basic life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid volunteer time

TriWest job postings typically include a salary range, which can vary based on the specific role and location, but generally this position ranges from around $251,380 to $279,312 per year.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TriWest Healthcare Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are proud to have an inclusive work environment and know that a diverse team is a strength that will drive our success. To that end, TriWest strives to create an inclusive environment that supports diversity at every organizational level, and we highly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for positions based on merit and without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.