Data Analytics and Reporting Consultant

< data-start="283" data-end="307">Project Overview</>

Innosoft is seeking a Data Analytics and Reporting Consultant to support the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services (CMCS), Data and Systems Group (DSG), under the MACBIS (Medicaid and CHIP Business Information Solution) initiative. This position will play a pivotal role in improving the quality, usability, and analytic value of state-submitted Medicaid and CHIP data, supporting critical reporting initiatives, and delivering insights that drive policy decisions and program performance.

< data-start="861" data-end="889">Key Responsibilities</>

• Analyze T-MSIS and related Medicaid/CHIP data sources to identify trends, anomalies, and actionable insights.
• Develop and maintain annual mandated reports (e.g., T-MSIS SUD Databook, MAC Scorecard) and update them regularly.
• Collaborate with CMS stakeholders to define analytical objectives, research questions, and reporting requirements.
• Support CMS in ad hoc complex analytic projects, such as innovation accelerator research, managed care enrollment, or EPSDT evaluations.
• Ensure analytical products reflect state-specific Medicaid data quality and policy nuances.
• Leverage tools such as SQL, R, Python, Tableau, or Power BI and Databricks for data querying, statistical modeling, and visualization.
• Utilize Databricks on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) for scalable and collaborative healthcare analytics.
• Work with the DSG Analytics Product Lead to develop and maintain an analytics roadmap aligned to CMS priorities.
• Translate technical results into policy-relevant, actionable findings for both internal and external audiences.

< data-start="3278" data-end="3309">Required Qualifications</>

• At least 8–10 years of experience in data analysis, preferably in the public health or healthcare domain.
• Proven experience working with Medicaid and CHIP data, including T-MSIS and TAF datasets.
• Familiarity with CMS reporting structures, including MAC Scorecard and SUD Databook.
• Proficiency in data analytics platforms including Python, R, SQL, SAS, Tableau, Power BI, and Databricks.
• Experience working in cloud-based analytics environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) using scalable data processing tools like Databricks.
• Experience working with cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) for healthcare analytics.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Understanding of variation in state Medicaid program structures and policy implementations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with federal stakeholders.

< data-start="4106" data-end="4138">Preferred Qualifications</>

• Prior work at organizations like Mathematica, RTI International, NORC, Lewin Group, or similar federal research institutions
• Experience with CMS Performance Indicator projects, DQ Atlas, or SUD Data Book production
• Familiarity with CMS clearance processes, federal reporting standards, and health IT ecosystems
• Experience managing or contributing to Help Desks, training programs, or user support initiatives for federal agencies