Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Health, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s preferred), 10+ years of project management and program oversight experience, with at least 5 years in Medicaid or healthcare transformation initiatives, Proven experience leading complex Medicaid modernization programs, Strong knowledge of CMS guidelines and Medicaid program operations..

Key responsabilities:

Lead the Medicaid EPMO in aligning project portfolios with state Medicaid agency goals and modernization roadmaps

Oversee the planning, prioritization, and execution of Medicaid IT and business transformation projects

Engage with senior leadership and stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency

Guide project teams through lifecycle phases, ensuring milestones and KPIs are met.

Job description

Medicaid Enterprise Project Management Office [EPMO] Lead

Location: Remote

About Us:

Known for “Delighting the Client” through performance, innovation, and an employee-centric culture, S2Tech is a fast-growing IT consulting company serving clients in over a quarter of the United States. We are widely recognized as a leading provider of both technical and business services in support of Health and Human Services related projects. Feel free to learn more at www.s2tech.com.

Why S2Tech?:

Stable privately-owned company with a strong reputation for building long-term client relationships through the delivery of consistent value-based service
25+ years providing IT and Business services to private customers and government programs throughout the United States
Expansive client portfolio and active projects – employees benefit from innovative project exposure and in-house skill development training/courses
Corporate culture that emphasizes the importance of family and promotes healthy work-life balance
Offer competitive pay and a range of benefits including:

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance – insurance premium assistance provided
Additional Insurance (Life, Disability, etc.)
Paid Time Off (Vacation & Sick Leave)
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan & Health Savings Account
Various training courses to promote continuous learning
Corporate Wellness Program

Be part of a company that gives back through its non-profit organization, Fortune Fund, which was launched in 2001. The goal of the Fortune Fund is to close the rural/urban divide by ensuring children in rural communities in India and the United States understand the importance of education & are aware of professional career opportunities, allowing them to link their professional & educational goals

Job Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Medicaid Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) Lead to oversee and drive large-scale Medicaid modernization and transformation initiatives. This leadership role will ensure cross-functional alignment, effective governance, and strategic execution of enterprise-wide projects designed to improve Medicaid systems, services, and delivery models. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in Medicaid programs, transformation strategy, stakeholder engagement, and enterprise-level project portfolio management (PPM). The EPMO Lead will be responsible for managing complex projects involving system integration, data modernization, vendor coordination, policy alignment, and organizational readiness.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership: Lead the Medicaid EPMO in aligning project portfolios with state Medicaid agency goals, CMS mandates, and modernization roadmaps
Portfolio Management: Oversee the planning, prioritization, and execution of a portfolio of Medicaid IT and business transformation projects
Governance & Oversight: Establish and maintain governance frameworks, project controls, risk management practices, and performance reporting tools
Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage with senior leadership, state program offices, system integrators, vendors, and CMS representatives to ensure alignment and transparency
Program Execution: Guide project teams through lifecycle phases—planning, execution, implementation, and optimization—ensuring milestones and KPIs are met
Change Management: Lead change management efforts to promote adoption of new systems, workflows, and organizational processes
Compliance: Ensure projects are compliant with CMS certification requirements, MITA frameworks, and other regulatory standards
Team Leadership: Mentor, coach, and manage EPMO staff and contracted project managers; foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Health, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
10+ years of project management and program oversight experience, with at least 5 years in Medicaid, healthcare, or public sector transformation initiatives
Proven experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder Medicaid modernization or enterprise transformation programs
Strong knowledge of CMS guidelines, MITA (Medicaid Information Technology Architecture), and Medicaid program operations
PMP, PgMP, or similar certification
Expertise with enterprise project portfolio management tools (e.g., MS Project, Clarity, Smartsheet)
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and lead in a matrixed environment

Preferred:

Prior experience working with or within a state Medicaid agency or large systems integrator
Familiarity with modular procurement strategies and CMS Outcomes-Based Certification (OBC) models
Experience managing vendor relationships and third-party integrators
Understanding of Medicaid policy, eligibility, claims processing, provider enrollment, and encounter data systems

S2Tech is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer making decisions without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

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