Data Analyst

As a Data Analyst for the highly visible MMIS modernization effort to achieve MassHealth’s’ MMIS vision, the ideal candidate will have working knowledge in architecting Medicaid applications utilizing cloud and data-centric technologies. Technology design and implementation experience in a healthcare setting, with a working knowledge in Medicaid Technologies is preferred. A prior knowledge of Informatica is also preferred. Experience working in government or with governmental agencies is desirable. The ideal candidate will be most comfortable with being hands-on in the latest in data transformation and ETL tools, with the ability to code in Informatica. RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for providing technology leadership, guidance and mentoring for MMIS with regards to data preparation, ETL, and EDI. Develop data architecture solutions spanning across business policies, systems, applications and networking environments and BI platforms (e.g. PowerBI or Tableau). Collect and analyze business and technical requirements and translate them into information technology solutions. Detail and document the logical and code-based designs as per the methodologies, policies, standards, and patterns. Collaborate with the Architecture Teams to assist in defining and managing standards, guidelines, and processes for infrastructure technology and software developments. Participate in writing of RFPs (request for proposal, quotation, etc.) and SOW (statement of work) for infrastructure solutions and in contract and cost negotiations with vendors for SaaS solutions, infrastructure hardware, software, and professional services in the topic of ETL. Work in a matrixed environment with infrastructure and applications teams, data warehouse architects, security architects, and strategic partners to create an architecture accommodating the business strategy. Have working knowledge of systems design using Oracle Suite, Informatica Secure agent, and Informatica Intelligent Cloud Service (IICS). Provide the best feasible solutions for data analytics applications and services according to specifications and within agreed upon time frame. Identify and manage technology, architecture and infrastructure risks and lead in developing and implementing appropriate data risk mitigation strategies. Develop architectural proofs of concept to demonstrate practical business agile solutions and evolve core architectural constructs. QUALIFICATIONS: Thorough understanding of modern enterprise architecture and hands-on experience with data manipulation tools and frameworks (Informatica preferred). Excellent knowledge of multiple data-centric technologies and current computing trends. Hands-on expertise with cloud-native applications as well as existing mission-critical enterprise applications in the commercial cloud (AWS preferred). Have a working knowledge of Risk Management, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, IT Security Architecture, and IT Regulatory Compliance. Experience in government or with government agencies is preferred. Experience in Healthcare domain/healthcare data is strongly preferred. Experience in documenting technical artifacts (Environment, SAD, Runbook etc...) EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Information Systems, IT with 10+ years’ experience, or equivalent in a healthcare setting.