About the opportunity
This position is located in the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation. As an IT Specialist (Sys/Analysis), GS-2210-13, the incumbent leads or consults with cross-functional teams, staffed by federal civil servants and contractors, composed of professionals skilled in information technology, product management, and project management disciplines, in order to develop data-driven solutions and products.
Salary and benefits
- Salary ranging from $90,925 to $118,204 per year (location-based salary ranges apply, such as $121,785 to $158,322 for Rockville and Woodlawn, MD, and $133,060 to $172,980 for San Francisco, CA)
- Flexible working arrangements and opportunity to participate in alternative work schedules at the manager's discretion
Who can apply?
- Must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement
- Must have at least one year (52 weeks) of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal government, obtained in either the private or public sector
- Experience must include overseeing the operation or maintenance of healthcare systems, coordinating data from multiple systems in a centralized analytics platform, and working with stakeholders to resolve data quality or system-related issues
- Current or former Federal employees holding or having held a permanent General Schedule position in the previous year must meet Time-in-Grade requirements (at least 52 weeks at the next lower grade level)
Required documents
- Resume showing relevant experience (limited to no more than two pages), including citizenship, Selective Service registration status if applicable, start and end dates in mm/yyyy format, hours worked per week, and series and grade level for Federal service
- CMS Required Documents (e.g., SF-50, DD-214, SF-15, etc.) as applicable
- Reasonable Accommodation (RA) requests and supporting documentation if requesting accommodations for assessments
- RPL eligibility required documents including most recent SF-50 (or equivalent), SF-50 showing Separation – RIF (or official RIF separation notice), and latest performance rating showing a score of at least fully successful
When to apply
- Opening Date: August 26, 2026
- Closing Date: September 9, 2026 at 11:59 PM (ET)
How to apply
- Read the entire announcement and all instructions carefully
- Click the Apply button on USAJOBS and log in
- Answer the questions presented in the application questionnaire
- Attach all necessary supporting documentation, ensuring the resume is two pages or less
- Submit the application package prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on September 9, 2026
- Complete the required USA Hire Assessments within 48 hours following the close of the announcement if notified to do so
Additional information
- Bargaining Unit Position: Yes – American Federation of Government Employees, Local 1923
- This position has a regular and recurring reporting requirement to the CMS office listed in the announcement
- Commissioned Corps Officers must apply via email to CMSCorpsJobs@cms.hhs.gov in lieu of using USAJOBS
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Federal employees or private sector professionals with at least one year of experience at the GS-12 level or equivalent.
- Experts in healthcare system operations, data analytics, and cross-functional team leadership.
- Candidates who can effectively manage stakeholders and resolve complex data quality issues.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position requires an on-site presence, and applicants must be prepared for potential USA Hire assessments.
- Current federal employees must meet strict Time-in-Grade requirements.
- The resume must be strictly limited to two pages, requiring concise documentation of experience.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role provides a significant opportunity to influence data-driven solutions within the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. It is an ideal move for a senior IT professional looking to lead high-level projects that impact national healthcare systems and public policy.
Our take
This is a high-level opportunity for experienced IT specialists with a background in healthcare analytics. It is less suitable for those who do not meet the specific GS-12 equivalency or who require remote work flexibility.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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