Analytica is seeking a Senior Research Analyst to support efforts to detect and combat fraud, waste, and abuse across federal healthcare programs supporting the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This temporary position will support the CMS Center for Program Integrity and contribute to enterprise-level vulnerability management activities that protect the integrity of federal healthcare programs, including Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, and Exchange programs.

Analytica has been recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest-growing 250 businesses in the US for 3 years. We work with U.S. government clients in health, civilian, and national security missions to build better technology products that impact our day-to-day lives. The company offers competitive compensation with opportunities for bonuses, employer-paid health care, training and development funds, and 401k match.     

Responsibilities

• Conduct research across a wide variety of policy, regulatory, and coverage areas to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities within federal healthcare programs
• Assess program risks and contribute to the development of mitigation strategies to address fraud, waste, and and abuse vulnerabilities
• Documenting findings and preparing materials for stakeholder review
• Collaborate with team members and client stakeholders to analyze vulnerabilities affecting program integrity
• Develop clear, concise, and well-structured research reports, briefings, and presentations using Microsoft Office tools
• Present research findings and recommendations to client leadership and program teams
• Maintain documentation of vulnerability assessments, risk evaluations, and mitigation activities
• Work closely with both client and Analytica managers to support ongoing program integrity initiatives
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to daily client-facing activities

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience supporting Medicaid or federal healthcare programs
• Demonstrated technical writing and research experience
• Knowledge of CMS program integrity processes and vulnerabilities affecting:
  • Medicare (Fee-for-Service and Part C/D)
  • Medicaid
  • Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
  • Federally-Facilitated Exchange (FFE) programs
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including:
  • Microsoft Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative, client-facing team environment
• Ability to manage multiple research tasks and meet deadlines
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Policy, Healthcare Administration, Public Administration, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting CMS program integrity, fraud prevention, or vulnerability management initiatives
• Familiarity with fraud risk frameworks or risk management processes
• Experience working on federal healthcare or government consulting contracts
• Experience presenting research findings to stakeholders or leadership