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Data Analyst Expert

Apex Systems
Lincoln, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/29/2026
Job#: 3028226

Job Description:

he ideal candidate brings a combination of hands-on data analysis, Medicaid program knowledge, and experience in Medicaid Data Warehouse systems or supporting large-scale system implementations or transitions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Medicaid Data Analysis & Mapping
  • Analyze Medicaid data domains including claims, encounters, eligibility, provider, and reference data
  • Develop and validate source-to-target mappings across upstream systems (e.g., MCO submissions, MMIS, vendor systems) and the MDW
  • Perform data profiling, reconciliation, and validation to ensure accuracy and completeness
  • Support definition of business rules, transformations, and derived metrics
  • MMIS Reporting & Data Warehouse Support
  • Support ongoing operations of the Medicaid Data Warehouse and reporting platforms (e.g., Cognos)
  • Partner with stakeholders to define and refine reporting requirements and data models
  • Assist in improving data accessibility, usability, and performance
  • System Implementation & Transition Support
  • Support transition/takeover activities from vendor systems, including knowledge transfer and gap analysis
  • Participate in system implementation lifecycle activities:
    • Requirements gathering
    • Functional and data analysis
    • UAT support (validation of reports and data outputs)
  • Collaborate with technical teams to ensure accurate translation of business requirements into data solutions
  • Operations & Issue Resolution
  • Monitor and support daily data warehouse operations, including ETL/data pipelines and reporting jobs
  • Investigate and resolve data issues, discrepancies, and production incidents
  • Conduct root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions
  • Compliance & Governance
  • Ensure alignment with CMS reporting requirements, HIPAA, and state data governance policies
  • Support audit readiness and documentation of data lineage, mappings, and transformations
  • Documentation & Stakeholder Communication
  • Produce clear documentation including:
    • Business requirements
    • Data mappings
    • Data dictionaries
    • Process flows
  • Communicate effectively with business users, program teams, and technical teams

Required Qualifications

  • 8 years of experience as a Business Analyst in:
    • Medicaid / healthcare data environments
    • Data warehouse or analytics platforms
  • Strong understanding of Medicaid data domains, including:
    • Claims and encounters
    • Member eligibility
    • Provider data
    • Managed Care (MCO) data flows
  • Experience supporting MMIS systems or Medicaid reporting environments
  • Strong SQL skills for data analysis, validation, and troubleshooting
  • Experience with data mapping, source-to-target design, and data validation
  • Experience supporting system implementations, transitions, or large data initiatives
  • Familiarity with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.)
  • Strong communication skills with ability to work across technical and business stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Cognos or similar enterprise reporting tools
  • Experience with vendor transition / system takeover scenarios
  • Exposure to ETL tools (DataStage, Informatica, etc.)
  • Prior experience working with State Medicaid agencies

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is part of the Commercial Segment of ASGN Incorporated.

NYSE: ASGN

4400 Cox Road

Suite 200

Glen Allen, Virginia 23060

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Apex Systems.

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