Program Manager - CMS

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Program Manager - CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)
Location: Tysons Corner, VA (Hybrid)
Duration: Full-time


Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Program Manager with deep CMS domain expertise and a proven track record managing large-scale federal technology programs. This individual will lead complex CMS initiatives involving software design, development, modernization, operations & maintenance (O&M), analytics, and digital transformation efforts.
The ideal candidate will have experience managing enterprise-scale federal contracts valued at $80M+ with large cross-functional teams of approximately 90+ personnel, while driving delivery excellence, stakeholder engagement, operational performance, and compliance with CMS standards.
This role requires a strong blend of program leadership, federal healthcare experience, Agile/SAFe delivery expertise, and the ability to manage highly visible client relationships in a fast-paced federal environment.


Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution and delivery of complex CMS programs, ensuring performance, quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction
• Manage large-scale federal contracts involving software design, development, modernization, integration, and O&M support services
• Oversee program scope, schedule, staffing, financials, risks, and deliverables across multiple technical and operational workstreams
• Manage geographically distributed teams of approximately 90+ personnel, subcontractors, and partner organizations
• Serve as the primary interface with CMS leadership, contracting officers, CORs, and partner stakeholders
• Drive execution across key CMS solution areas including:
  • Program integrity and fraud analytics
  • Data and analytics platforms
  • Application development and modernization
  • Cloud, digital transformation, and platform modernization initiatives
• Ensure adherence to CMS governance, reporting, lifecycle frameworks, security, and compliance requirements
• Lead Agile/SAFe program delivery practices across engineering and operational teams
• Establish and maintain program performance metrics, executive reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support business growth through proposal support, capture activities, transition planning, and strategic client engagement
• Foster collaboration across technical, operational, QA, security, and business teams to ensure successful delivery outcomes

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing large-scale federal IT and healthcare technology programs
• Direct experience supporting CMS programs and initiatives (required)
• Proven experience managing enterprise federal contracts valued at $80M+ with large cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated experience managing software design, development, modernization, integration, and O&M programs
• Strong understanding of CMS organizational structures, delivery environments, and stakeholder management
• Hands-on experience leading Agile delivery programs using SAFe methodologies
• Experience managing subcontractors, distributed delivery teams, and multiple concurrent workstreams
• Strong client relationship management and executive communication skills within a federal environment
• Experience with federal compliance, governance, reporting, and delivery frameworks
• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred
• PMP certification required
• Agile and/or SAFe certifications required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting CMS programs such as:
  • Program Integrity / Fraud Analytics
  • Medicaid / MMIS / data platforms
  • Marketplace / Eligibility systems
  • HCQIS or related CMS portfolios
• Experience working with leading CMS prime contractors and integrators
• Experience supporting federal proposal development, capture efforts, and transition activities
• Knowledge of cloud modernization, DevSecOps, and enterprise data platforms

What Success Looks Like

• Successful delivery of large-scale CMS programs on time, within scope, and within budget
• Strong executive-level client relationships and high customer satisfaction
• Effective leadership and coordination across large cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Delivery excellence that drives repeat business and supports organizational growth
• Continuous improvement in operational efficiency, quality, and program performance

Why Join Sky Solutions

• Opportunity to lead mission-critical CMS transformation programs
• High visibility and impact within a rapidly growing federal healthcare practice
• Collaborative, agile, and innovation-driven environment
• Leadership support with strong growth opportunities
• Ability to shape and expand strategic CMS engagements

Sky Solutions Benefits & Culture at a Glance

• Healthcare & Wellness
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage tailored to your needs.
  • Supplemental options like life insurance, disability, HSA/FSA available.
• Time Off & Work-Life Balance
  • Starting at 15 PTO days per year, increasing with tenure.
  • Plus 11 paid holidays to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
• Professional Growth & Development
  • Annual education stipend.
  • Access to thousands of online courses.
  • Formal mentorship programs for career advancement.
• Inclusive Culture
  • "One Team" mentality focused on collaboration and belonging.
  • Recognized as a Great Place to Work® for six years straight.

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At Sky Solutions, LLC, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates who share our vision and values.