CMS Program Manager - Agile Delivery & Modernization

Analytica; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

bonuses

employer paid health care

training and development funds

401k match

Job summary

Analytica is seeking an experienced Program Manager to serve as the primary strategic and delivery lead for a high-profile CMS engagement. This role directs all aspects of program execution, stakeholder engagement, Agile delivery, governance, and platform modernization efforts.

The hybrid position requires 1-2 days on Analytica HQ or client site weekly, overseeing 15-25-person cross-functional teams and executive-level guidance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of program or project management experience.
• Master's degree in Management, Public Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience supporting open-data initiatives and CMS programs.
• Deep knowledge of Agile product management principles and delivery methodologies.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams of 15-25 personnel.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for CMS stakeholders and provide overall program leadership.
• Lead program strategy, execution, delivery management, and contract performance.
• Manage Agile product delivery, including sprint planning, execution, release management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate stakeholder engagement across CMS Centers, Offices, data owners, and user communities contributing to the platform.
• Oversee data governance activities, platform operations, modernization initiatives, and website consolidation efforts.
• Ensure alignment between user needs, CMS mission objectives, technical solutions, governance requirements, and business outcomes.
• Manage program risks, dependencies, resource allocation, staffing plans, and performance metrics.
• Monitor project timelines, deliverables, budgets, and quality standards to ensure successful program outcomes.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among technical teams, business stakeholders, and executive leadership.
• Provide executive reporting, strategic recommendations, and program status updates to CMS leadership.
• Lead cross-functional teams of 15-25 personnel in support of mission-critical CMS initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations, CMS policies, and organizational governance requirements.

Skills

Program management

Agile delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional leadership

Public sector / federal programs

Education

Master's degree in Management, Public Administration, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Slack

GitHub

Job description

Analytica is seeking an experienced Program Manager to serve as the primary strategic and delivery lead for a high-profile CMS engagement. This role directs all aspects of program execution, stakeholder engagement, Agile delivery, governance, and platform modernization efforts.

The hybrid position requires 1-2 days on Analytica HQ or client site weekly, overseeing 15-25-person cross-functional teams and executive-level guidance.