Senior Director, Health IT Strategy & Enterprise Architecture

EY-Parthenon – Strategy & Execution – Deal Technology - Health – Enterprise Architect – Senior Director Location: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, McLean, New York, San Francisco. At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. The Opportunity EY-Parthenon’s unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions, and corporate finance delivers real‑world value – solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Benefitting from EY’s full spectrum of services, we’ve reimagined strategic consulting to work in a world of increasing complexity. With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI‑powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, Boards, Private Equity, and Governments every step of the way – enabling you to shape your future with confidence. As a Senior Director in EY-Parthenon’s Strategy & Execution – Deal Technology practice focusing on Health IT, you will lead high‑impact engagements that drive both cost optimization and top‑line growth across complex transactions and corporate transformations. You will work with C‑suite executives, private equity clients, and IT leadership to identify, plan, and execute healthcare technology‑driven strategies that enable innovative delivery of patient care, operational efficiencies with health plans, optimize enterprise IT platforms and operational costs while accelerating revenue and digital innovation during mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, carve‑outs, and value‑creation, enterprise re‑imagine, and technology transformation initiatives. This role blends deep IT expertise with strategic insight to deliver measurable value through cost transformation, digital/AI enablement, operational efficiency, and tech‑enabled growth initiatives. Key Responsibilities As a Senior Director with EY-Parthenon’s Strategy and Execution Deal Technology – Health practice, you will lead value‑creation technology projects that span cost optimization and growth enablement. You’ll guide clients through IT‑focused strategies that enhance operational efficiency and unlock new revenue opportunities. Your role will involve advising senior stakeholders, collaborating across functions, and applying emerging technologies (clinical and revenue cycle management platforms, AI, cloud, data analytics) to deliver measurable business impact. A strong commercial mindset and the ability to balance efficiency with innovation are essential to success in this role. Skills and Attributes for Success Build trusted relationships – ability to manage senior client relationships and influence client perspectives. Strong problem solving and storytelling – lead problem solving from identification to recommendation with a compelling narrative. Outcomes‑driven – understand and translate client needs into approach and outcomes for project delivery. Effective through collaboration – be part of project teams comprising colleagues from across the EY-Parthenon sub‑service lines. Business and commercially driven – work in a fast‑paced environment with strong business acumen to drive value to our clients. Business development – drive pursuits, including presentations and client meetings; support practice development initiatives. Talent development – coach junior colleagues to become high‑performing. Learning – continually develop technical and personal skills through learning, coaching, and experiences. To qualify, you must have University degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Business Information and Operations Management, Analytics or related field and 8 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and about 7 years of related work experience. Experience in a healthcare professional services firm or health technology company, IT strategy, digital transformation, and transaction advisory. Expertise in the following IT skillsets: Hands‑on technical implementation of major acute EHR platforms (Epic or Cerner) and/or ambulatory platforms (Epic, AthenaHealth, Nextgen, eClinicalworks, etc.). Enterprise architecture of clinical platforms and revenue cycle management platforms including integration engines such as Cloverleaf, Mirth Connect, or Boomi. Enterprise or solution architecture for modern enterprise/back‑office and admin application platforms. Software‑centric product environments (SaaS, cloud native, API‑based ecosystems). Software architecture and custom application development (e.g., Java, C#, Python, APIs, and data lake platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Databricks, Fabric). Network infrastructure architecture and design (LAN/WLAN, Internet Edge, Zero Trust Security Framework), and SD‑WAN. Azure AD, EntraID, MFA, PAM/IAM – experience a plus. Certifications in TOGAF®, Agile Scrum (CSM), or ITIL – highly desired. Proven experience in cost optimization (e.g., AI/Digital Transformation, IT synergy planning, post‑merger integration or carve‑out execution) and in tech‑driven growth initiatives (implementing a new digital product, scaling technology to deliver excellence of patient, provider, and employee experience). Ability to synthesize complex technical, financial and operational data into clear actionable insights, balancing cost efficiency with innovative tech‑driven growth strategies. Comprehensive understanding of IT cost structures— including TCO, shared services, outsourcing, digital transformation levers, and ability to convert technology opportunities into financial impact. Experience in merger & acquisition contexts – e.g., involvement in IT due diligence, IT separation or integration projects, or identifying technology synergies in deals. Understanding deal timelines and how to realize value quickly is critical. Leadership & soft skills – proven ability to lead teams and drive change. Excellent client‑facing skills with experience advising senior executives. Track record of influencing decision‑makers and driving initiatives to completion especially where technology and business strategy intersect. Residency/commutable to office location for this position. Willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary. Travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs. Ideally, you will have An MBA, Masters in Computer Science/Engineering, Data Analytics or other advanced degree. Emerging tech familiarity – exposure to modern technology trends such as artificial intelligence, IoT, advanced data analytics. Experience with firm‑approved AI tools in business setting, including Microsoft Copilot. Strong networking and thought leadership presence (e.g., conferences, published thought leadership). What We Look For We’re interested in talented professionals with the ability to visualize our clients’ goals and think creatively. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and a genuine passion for taking on new challenges, this role is for you. What We Offer You Comprehensive compensation and benefits package—base salary $250,000 to $290,000 plus performance rewards and recognition. Benefits include medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off. Hybrid work model – most external, client‑serving roles work together in person 40‑60% of the time. Flexible vacation policy – you decide how much vacation time you need. You’ll also get time off for EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves. 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