5+ years of experience in data architecture or management, preferably in healthcare
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Purview and enterprise data governance
Proficiency in SQL and NoSQL database technologies
Experience with data modeling tools like ERwin or ER/Studio
Familiarity with healthcare data management and Medicaid systems
Responsibilities
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and assess data structures
Develop and manage a comprehensive data catalog and metadata
Map data lineage and document data flows
Create and maintain an Interface Registry and Interface Control Documents
Design data models and oversee database architecture
Establish data governance and management plans
Evaluate tools and provide recommendations for data management
Benefits
100% onsite position in South Dakota
Opportunity to work closely with state IT and Medicaid personnel
Engagement in meaningful healthcare data initiatives
Potential for professional growth in a government setting
Involvement in improving data governance and management practices
Full Job Description
Job Description PLEASE NOTE:
It is a 100% Onsite position in South Dakota.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
We are seeking an experienced Healthcare Data Architect & Governance Consultant to support the Client, Division of Medical Services, in strengthening data architecture, data governance, metadata management, and interface documentation for South Dakota Medicaid systems.
The selected candidate will work closely with state IT resources, Medicaid program personnel, and other DSS stakeholders to assess existing data structures, document system-to-system interactions, establish a comprehensive data catalog and lineage, and develop interface and data governance management plans.
The consultant will be responsible for creating and improving Medicaid-related data management artifacts, including an Interface Registry, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), data models, a Data Catalog, Data Lineage documentation, an Interface Management Plan, and a Data Governance and Management Plan.
The role requires Microsoft Purview knowledge, strong enterprise data architecture and modeling capabilities, healthcare domain expertise, and the ability to translate complex technical data flows into clear, actionable documentation and recommendations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Requirements Gathering and Stakeholder Collaboration
Data Catalog and Metadata Management
Data Lineage and Data Flow Mapping
Interface Registry and Interface Control Documents
Data Modeling and Database Architecture
Data Governance and Management Planning
Interface Management Planning
Data Quality, Risk, Security, and Compliance Assessment
Tool Evaluation and Recommendations
Project Coordination and Reporting
Requirements
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & TECHNICAL SKILS:
Good knowledge and practical experience with Microsoft Purview.
Proficiency in relational SQL databases and NoSQL database technologies.
Knowledge of healthcare services and healthcare data management.
Understanding of enterprise database management, data architecture, and database design best practices.
Demonstrated experience developing conceptual, logical, and physical data models.
Experience creating data catalogs, documenting data lineage, and managing metadata.
Experience with data modeling tools such as ERwin or ER/Studio.
Knowledge of established data governance frameworks, methodologies, and best practices.
Experience implementing or improving data governance and management programs.
Understanding of business intelligence concepts and data warehouse architecture.
Experience writing Interface Control Documents and documenting system-to-system interfaces.
Understanding of data mapping, data exchange, interface design, and system integration principles.
Ability to analyze existing data flows, identify gaps, troubleshoot interface-related issues, and recommend improvements.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple concurrent activities.
Knowledge of user interface/user experience concepts and design principles.
Proficiency with modern data management, modeling, documentation, and analysis tools.
EXPERIENCE LEVEL:
A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Management, Engineering, or a related field is recommended.
Approximately 5 years of overall data architecture, data management, or related technical experience.
Substantial hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview and enterprise data governance.
Demonstrated experience delivering data catalogs, lineage documentation, data models, interface inventories, and ICDs.
Relevant healthcare or Medicaid domain experience, preferably involving complex enterprise systems and data exchanges.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with Medicaid, healthcare payer systems, government healthcare programs, or public-sector health and human services systems.
Experience supporting Medicaid modernization or enterprise healthcare data architecture initiatives.
Experience documenting interfaces among legacy mainframe applications, relational databases, reporting systems, and external partner systems.
Experience working in environments where source-system access is limited and documentation must be developed in collaboration with system owners and technical teams.
Experience establishing enterprise data governance, metadata management, data lineage, and interface documentation standards.
Experience assessing and recommending data cataloging, governance, lineage, and integration tools.
