Director of Data Processing

Cedar Gate Technologies; Burlington (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Gate Technologies is seeking an Associate Director of Data Onboarding in Burlington, Massachusetts. In this hybrid role, you will lead data onboarding initiatives and ensure alignment with strategic goals. Responsibilities include managing complex programs and maintaining relationships with third-party data providers. Candidates should have extensive experience in data operations within the healthcare sector and should be adept in leadership and communication. This position offers a collaborative environment focused on high impact initiatives with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in data operations or analytics.
• 4+ years in healthcare technology or related industry.
• 3+ years of demonstrated leadership experience required.

Responsibilities

• Own and govern the enterprise data onboarding operating model.
• Set strategic direction for data onboarding initiatives.
• Provide executive-level oversight across onboarding workstreams.

Skills

Data operations

Healthcare technology

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Healthcare data domains

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Burlington, United States of America | Full time | Hybrid | R1539417

About Cedar Gate Technologies

Cedar Gate Technologies, an IQVIA business, enables payers, providers, employers, and service administrators to excel at value-based care with a unified technology and services platform delivering analytics, care, and payment technology on a single data management foundation. At Cedar Gate, you’ll be part of a collaborative, innovative environment where great ideas thrive. We invest deeply in our people through ongoing training, comprehensive benefits, and a strong culture of teamwork, offering the chance to grow your skills while contributing to high impact initiatives for some of the world's most dynamic companies.

Position Summary

As the Associate Director, Data Onboarding, you will have the opportunity to lead meaningful work that improves how healthcare organizations use data to drive performance and outcomes. You will work alongside smart, motivated people who value ownership, transparency, and execution excellence.

Responsibilities

• Own and govern the enterprise data onboarding operating model, including standards, decision frameworks, success metrics, and escalation mechanisms.
• Set strategic direction for data onboarding initiatives, translating business and platform priorities into delivery expectations and operating plans.
• Establish and enforce enterprise‑wide frameworks, methodologies, and controls to ensure consistency, scalability, and risk management across onboarding efforts.
• Provide executive‑level oversight across all onboarding workstreams, ensuring alignment to PMO governance, delivery timelines, and quality expectations.
• Serve as the senior escalation point for complex data risks, cross‑functional issues, and client‑impacting decisions, driving resolution and accountability.
• Oversee performance management through defined KPIs related to data quality, readiness, implementation integrity, and time‑to‑value.
• Lead and develop a management layer of data onboarding and program leaders, including succession planning, capability development, and organizational design.
• Maintain strategic relationships with third‑party data providers to support enterprise data acquisition needs and operational reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement through operating metrics, retrospectives, and evolution of documentation, standards, and enablement materials.

Experience / Qualifications

• 7 or more years of progressive experience in data operations, analytics, system implementation, or solution delivery is required
• 4 or more years of healthcare technology, healthcare services, or related industry is required
• At least 3 years of demonstrated leadership responsibility in a professional environment is required
• Proven ability to manage and guide complex programs involving numerous stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of healthcare data domains (e.g., analytics, population health, capitation, revenue cycle, or value-based care)
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience; MBA or Master’s degree from a top university is preferred
• Prior experience with data acquisition from third‑party data providers within the healthcare industry is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated success operating at both strategic and execution levels, including executive communication and frontline decision‑making
• Experience mentoring or leading other managers in a professional environment is preferred
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills; comfort engaging with client and internal executives
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and operational management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and related business tools

Work Arrangement

Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 remote)

Benefits

The potential base pay range for this role is The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job‑related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part‑time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.

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