Senior IT Project Manager – Medicaid Systems (MMIS / MES)

Senior IT Project Manager – Medicaid Systems (MMIS / MES)

Location: Remote – U.S. (with occasional travel to Pierre and/or Sioux Falls, SD)

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 a 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
• 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 Senior IT Project Manager with deep experience leading large-scale Medicaid technology implementations, including MMIS modernization, provider management, and enterprise system transformation initiatives. This role requires strong executive communication, vendor coordination, and the ability to drive delivery across complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise Medicaid IT initiatives (MMIS, Provider Enrollment, HR-1, etc.)
• Drive project governance, risk management, and executive reporting
• Coordinate across State stakeholders, vendors, and development teams
• Translate business needs into actionable delivery plans and technical direction
• Oversee requirements, testing, and implementation readiness
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned to State objectives
• Mentor State staff and support knowledge transfer/sustainability

Required Qualifications:

• 10 years of IT Project Management experience
• 5 years in Medicaid / Health & Human Services
• Demonstrated experience with:
  • MMIS or MES modernization
  • Provider Management / Enrollment systems
  • Large-scale system transformation programs
• Experience managing Agile Waterfall hybrid environments
• Strong experience with project governance frameworks
• PMP certification (or equivalent)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with HR-1 or similar Medicaid eligibility/integration efforts
• Prior experience with State DSS / Medicaid agencies
• Experience working alongside:
  • System Integrators (SI)
  • PMO / IV&V vendors
• Strong executive presence:
  • Steering committee presentations
  • Risk escalation and mitigation leadership
• Experience mentoring or transitioning work to State teams

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.