Data Governance Program Manager (NYS Medicaid – Bureau of Enterprise Data Governance)

Data Governance Program Manager (NYS Medicaid – Bureau of Enterprise Data Governance)

Location: Albany, NY (onsite preferred; 1 week of travel per month with onsite for the entire week will be required)

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:

The Bureau of Enterprise Data Governance is moving from the strategy phase into implementation of its newly developed Data Governance Board Plan. The Program Manager will lead and coordinate the rollout of the governance framework, support enterprise data management initiatives, and drive execution of multiple high-visibility action plans. This position requires a seasoned professional who can operate at both strategic and operational levels - facilitating governance structures, coordinating stakeholders, enforcing standards, and ensuring measurable progress across a complex state Medicaid environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of the Data Governance Board Plan, ensuring alignment with Office of Health Insurance Programs (OHIP) priorities and state Medicaid program goals
• Serve as primary Program Manager for governance and data management initiatives across DOH and OHIP
• Coordinate and facilitate governance bodies, workgroups, and stakeholder meetings
• Develop, manage, and track data management action plans identified by the Bureau of Enterprise Data Governance
• Ensure consistent use of standards, processes, and policies (data definitions, metadata, quality rules, stewardship structure)
• Oversee project plans, schedules, risks, issues, dependencies, and reporting
• Collaborate closely with state program leaders, IT teams, and external partners (including consulting vendors)
• Ensure change-management and communication strategies are incorporated into data governance rollout
• Provide executive-level updates, dashboards, and decision-support materials

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of demonstrated experience implementing data governance frameworks or managing enterprise data programs
• Must have prior involvement in data governance board design, data policy development, or data management strategy execution
• Strong knowledge of data management principles (e.g., DAMA, stewardship, metadata, data quality)
• Excellent facilitation skills; ability to coordinate cross-functional and executive stakeholders
• Strong analytical, organizational, writing, and communication skills
• Experience delivering structured action plans and measurable outcomes
• PMP, Agile, or equivalent certification preferred

Preferred:

• Experience with state Medicaid programs, OHIP/DOH, or New York State agencies
• Vendor management and multi-consultant team coordination experience

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.