Summary This position is located in the Marketplace Information Technology Group (MITG) within the Center for Consumer Information and Insurance Oversight (CCIIO). As the Director, Marketplace Information Technology Group, you will provide executive leadership and direction in support of the Healthcare system initiatives, and lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of the CCIIO information technology supporting the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and the No Surprises Act. Responsibilities Directs the use of digital analytics and digital services to ensure user-centric designs, standards-based approaches to software development, and modern project management and development processes. Oversees the development, implementation, and maintenance of all CMS systems supporting Health Insurance Exchange projects and lead the software development and integration activities. Oversees the guidance and management for the State-Based Exchange (including file and data security and integration with any federally provided support services). Coordinates the strategic IT vision in cooperation with multiple CMS components, multiple Federal agencies, State agencies, OMB, and White House senior officials. Directs coordination with other CMS and CCIIO Groups that support healthcare systems to ensure conformance with the CMS and HHS architectural and security policies and standards. Directs MITG efforts to ensure collaboration, consumer input, and operational considerations, including impact of changes, scalability, system integration, and long-term planning for future activities and needs. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs). TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ 1: IT Systems Delivery & Modernization - Demonstrated executive-level leadership in the development, modernization, and delivery of large-scale, complex, and secure federal IT systems. Proven ability to oversee enterprise technical architectures, cybersecurity and risk management programs, and agency-wide digital transformation initiatives. Extensive experience managing substantial budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships to ensure optimal system performance, reliability, availability, and compliance with federal standards. TQ 2: Healthcare IT Program Management - Demonstrated executive-level experience leading large, multidisciplinary teams in the planning, analysis, and execution of complex healthcare IT programs. Proven ability to operate at the executive level to align IT investments with organizational strategy, coordinate effectively across agencies and oversight bodies, and drive enterprise-wide decision-making that advances mission-critical outcomes. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. Education Additional Information Veterans Preference: Veterans' preference is not applicable to the SES. Mobility: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES leaders. Individuals selected for SES positions members may be subject to reassignment across geographical, organizational, and functional lines, and may be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm Employment Information Resources - Resource Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx) OPM must authorize any employment offers made to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employees in the executive branch. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES employee in the executive branch, you must disclose that to the Human Resources Office. Salary for SES positions varies depending on qualifications. The annual salary range is found at the top of this announcement. The selectee for this position may be eligible for annual performance bonuses and performance-based pay adjustments.
