Government and Infrastructure - AI and Data - Data Science Healthcare Manager

EY; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 171,000 - 286,000; Full time

Job summary

EY in McLean seeks a Government and Infrastructure AI & Data - Data Science Healthcare Manager to translate health policy and operations questions into actionable analytics and AI/ML solutions. You will collaborate with stakeholders to shape data strategy and deliver executive-ready insights that drive healthcare performance and outcomes.

The role leads client workstreams, guides teams in Python/R/SQL, and ensures rigor, governance, and impact while traveling to client sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree.
• 6–10+ years of analytics, data science, healthcare data, or public sector health experience.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Clearance.
• Willingness to work in-person in the Washington, DC area.

Responsibilities

• Lead client-facing workstreams translating health affairs, healthcare operations, and policy questions into analytics, AI/ML and data strategy recommendations.
• Guide teams using Python, R, or SQL to profile, transform, and analyze large healthcare datasets, reviewing methods and outputs.
• Shape analytic approaches and oversee ML/AI, statistical, and decision-support solutions with rigor and governance.
• Synthesize findings into executive-ready recommendations, briefings, visualizations, and presentations.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MHS GENESIS

MDR/M2

TRICARE

Job description

Government and Infrastructure - AI and Data - Data Science Healthcare Manager

Location: McLean

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: Oct 23, 2026

Requisition ID: 1754524

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Government and Infrastructure – Technlogy Consulting - AI & Data – Data Science Manager - Healthcare

From strategy to execution, the Government and Infrastructure practice of Ernst & Young provides a full range of consulting and audit services to help our Federal, State, Local and Education clients implement new ideas to help achieve their mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across our global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation. We enable our government clients to achieve their mission of protecting the nation and serving the people; increasing public safety; improving healthcare for our military, veterans, and citizens; delivering essential public services; and helping those in need. EY is ready to help our government build a better working world.

EY delivers unparalleled service in big data, business intelligence, and digital analytics built on a blend of custom-developed methods related to customer analytics, data visualization, and optimization. We leverage best practices and a high degree of business acumen that has been compiled over years of experience to ensure the highest level of execution and satisfaction for our clients. At EY, our methods are not tied to any specific platforms but rather arrived at by analyzing business needs and making sure that the solutions delivered meet all client goals.

The opportunity

The role will you to work closely with business stakeholders to analyze and visualize data that supports operational performance and management reporting activities. This role requires strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to connect healthcare knowledge and data into actionable insights. The ideal candidate is comfortable presenting findings to technical and non-technical audiences.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead client-facing workstreams that translate health affairs, healthcare operations, and policy questions into actionable analytics, AI/ML, and data strategy recommendations
• Guide teams using Python, R, or SQL to profile, transform, and analyze large healthcare datasets, while remaining hands‑on enough to review methods, interrogate outputs, and dive into the data when needed
• Shape analytic approaches and oversee the development of ML/AI, statistical, and decision‑support solutions, ensuring rigor, relevance, and responsible use rather than serving solely as the day‑to‑day developer
• Synthesize findings into clear executive‑ready recommendations, briefings, visualizations, and presentations that help clients make decisions on operations, policy, quality, cost, readiness, and outcomes

Skills and attributes for success

• Familiarity with Python, R, or SQL, with the judgment to review coding approaches, interrogate data, and guide technical teams, even when not acting as the primary day‑to‑day developer
• Experience advising clients on data, analytics, and ML/AI use cases, including translating business, policy, or operational questions into practical analytic approaches and decision support
• Strong data analyst and data scientist skillset: exploratory analysis, hypothesis testing, dashboarding and reporting, data visualization, segmentation, and data storytelling
• Ability to move from ambiguous client questions to structured requirements, analytic roadmaps, and actionable recommendations while balancing technical rigor with stakeholder needs
• Working knowledge of healthcare data ecosystems and common domains such as claims, encounters, pharmacy, eligibility/enrollment, utilization, access, cost, quality, and outcomes data
• Understanding of healthcare privacy, security, and data governance concepts, including PHI/PII handling, HIPAA, de‑identification, and responsible AI/model governance
• Strong consulting presence with excellent executive communication, presentation, stakeholder management, team leadership, and problem‑solving skills

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Must have a Bachelor's degree
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintian DoD Secret Clearance
• Must have 6-10+ years of related experience with analytics, data science, healthcare data, health policy, health programs, payer/provider analytics, or public sector health mission
• Must be comfortable working in‑person as needed in the Washington, DC area

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Bachelor’s Degree or above in mathematics, information systems, statistics, computer science, or related disciplines
• Prior experience with Military Health System (MHS) data, MHS GENESIS, MHS Data Repository (MDR/M2), TRICARE, Defense Health Agency data, or other federal health datasets
• Experience working with tri‑service or readiness‑related data and an understanding of direct care and purchased care concepts
• Experience supporting health affairs, healthcare operations, population health, clinical quality improvement, program evaluation, or strategic advisory initiatives

Due to the nature of our work in the Government and Infrastructure, work may be required to be completed at client, EY and/or contractor sites. Our goal is to assign professionals to projects within a commutable distance of their work location office. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs. Candidates should be willing to travel 20 – 30% or more.

What we offer you
At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture. Learn more at ey.com/us/careers.

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job is:
• New York City, Boston, and Washington DC Metro Areas, Washington State, and Southern California offices – $171,400 to $285,600
• Bay Area California offices – $178,600 to $297,500
• All other offices locations in the US, including Sacramento – $142,800 to $261,800
• Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well‑being.

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