Certification Project SpecialistRemoteAbout the JobDuration: 10 Months Contract (possibility of extension)Location: Remote: Raleigh, NCPay rate: Hourly, depending on experienceQualifications:This position is assigned to the Advanced Planning Office (APO) Certification and Compliance Unit (C&C).
The role leads the Certification Workstream for projects and collaborates with the Business Leads, Project Teams, functional/matrix managers, vendors and other stakeholders to ensure that CMS criteria are met, and project tasks are delivered on schedule, within budget, and positioned for a successful MMIS/CMS Certification, consistent with Program Management guidelines/processes and CMS expectations. The CPS will be responsible and play a key role in supporting the Leadership/Managers to maintain the relationship in planning and executing CMS certification activities in conjunction with project team implementing complex systems in support of programs.Responsible for leading project teams through certification tasksExecutes the certification strategy for assigned projectsLeads certification workstream meetingsAssists in determining the State's future goals by leading meetings with internal stakeholders and vendors to map the State's certification strategy in alignment with the "To-Be" MITA 3.0 maturity levelsUpdates document repository for CMS certification artifacts per projectManages the Certification Evidence TrackerResponsible for pulling, recommending, and managing evidence from the implemented solution to meet CMS Certification requirementsAssists with composing narratives to accompany evidenceOversees system demonstrations for the Business and CMS, as required, to achieve CMS CertificationFollows up with CMS on all exceptions and action items pertaining to CMS CertificationProvides education to project team members and stakeholders on CMS certification process, including process documentation / training materialsMaintains awareness of CMS certification program and policy updates, organization communication as applicableProvides project schedule activities to project team for CMS effort aligned with scope of contract for a specific project (for integration into project schedules), drives work execution from the detailed work planThe resource will ensure the utilization of industry best practices for compliance with CMS and State-defined performance standards.About Our CompanyDataSoft Technologies is a highly recognized provider of professional IT Consulting services in the US. Founded in 1994, DataSoft Technologies, Inc. provides staff augmentation services for Information Technology and Automotive Services. Our team member benefits include:Paid Holidays/Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical/Dental InsuranceVision InsuranceShort Term/Long Term DisabilityLife Insurance401 (K)