Data Manager

ICF; Cleveland (OH); Remote; USD 98,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory and technology services firm is seeking a Data Manager to oversee program integrity data analysis for federal health agency projects. The role involves leading a team, managing data operations, and ensuring compliance with data security. Ideal candidates have significant experience in healthcare data systems. Full-time remote work is offered with occasional travel. Salary range is $98,124 - $166,810.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in program integrity data analysis.
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience in data management.
• Eligible for HHS background verification at the Public Trust clearance level.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage data analysis for Medicare and Medicaid.
• Supervise a team of data analysts.
• Conduct analysis of healthcare claims data.

Skills

Data analysis

Healthcare claims knowledge

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

MS Office Applications

Data analysis tools

Job description

Overview

Please note: This role is contingent upon a contract award. While it is not an immediate opening, we are actively conducting interviews and extending offers in anticipation of the award.

ICF is currently seeking a Data Manager to lead and oversee program integrity data analysis activities in support of a federal health agency. The Data Manager will be responsible for managing data analysis operations, supervising data analysts for the purposes of fraud detection, prevention, and investigation. This role requires a deep understanding of healthcare data systems, Medicare and Medicaid claims, and the government’s healthcare fraud, waste, and abuse workflow.

Job Location- Primarily remote within the U.S., with occasional travel (up to 25%) to Baltimore, MD and Midwest-based conferences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage data analysis activities related to program integrity for Medicare and Medicaid.
• Supervise a team of data analysts and ensure high-quality data analysis and management practices.
• Utilize various database management systems to input, extract, and manipulate healthcare data.
• Conduct analysis of healthcare claims data to detect fraud, waste, and abuse, and in support of ongoing healthcare fraud investigations by internal staff and law enforcement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support investigations and identify fraud, waste, and abuse.
• Develop and maintain data dictionaries and documentation for data analysis processes.
• Ensure compliance with CMS data security and privacy requirements.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in program integrity data analysis.
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience in data management and analysis.
• Eligible to complete the HHS background verification process at the Public Trust clearance level.
• US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Advanced degree in a related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare claims data, including Medicare and Medicaid.
• Experience with healthcare coding and data systems.
• Experience with the CMS Integrated Data Repository (IDR) Unified Case Management (UCM), and other government healthcare data systems such as T-MSIS.
• Experience with the CMS fraud workflow and processes for healthcare fraud investigations, such as contractors for the Center for Program Integrity (CPI).
• Familiarity with predictive modeling and data mining techniques.
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications and data analysis tools.

Professional Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Proven ability to manage complex data analysis projects.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners.
• Commitment to data integrity and confidentiality.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable accommodations are available, including for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews is not permitted. If an accommodation involving AI is needed, candidates should contact us in advance at [e-mail].

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including but not limited to relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$98,124.00 - $166,810.00 Maryland Remote Office (MD99)