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Principal Data Analyst(SQL,Excel)DMV IT Service • Minneapolis, MN, US
Principal Data Analyst(SQL,Excel)

Principal Data Analyst(SQL,Excel)

DMV IT Service • Minneapolis, MN, US
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Job Title :  Principal Data Analyst

Location :  Minneapolis, MN

Employment Type :  Contract

About Us

DMV IT Service LLC, founded in 2020, is a trusted IT consulting firm specializing in IT infrastructure optimization, cybersecurity, networking, and staffing solutions. We partner with clients to achieve technology goals through expert guidance, workforce support, and innovative solutions. With a client-focused approach, we also provide online training and job placements, ensuring long-term IT success.

Job Purpose

The Principal Data Analyst will act as a senior expert in Medicaid data and systems, providing leadership in designing and improving large data warehouse capabilities. This role focuses on evaluating claims, eligibility, and provider data to support accurate processing and compliance with State and Federal standards. The selected candidate will drive analytical strategies, guide both business and technical decisions, and ensure data-driven enhancements that improve operational outcomes.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead analytical initiatives supporting a large-scale Medicaid data warehouse implementation and ongoing operations.
  • Provide strategic recommendations on claims adjudication, eligibility rules, third-party liability, and other Medicaid program processes.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define data requirements and validate solutions with supporting evidence and analysis.
  • Direct cross-functional teams to ensure appropriate and effective utilization of Medicaid healthcare data.
  • Identify opportunities for system and process improvement based on Medicaid best practices and regulatory standards.
  • Analyze large datasets using SQL and Excel to support decision-making and validate outcomes.
  • Support reporting needs, including CMS mandates and performance metrics aligned with Medicaid and CHIP programs.
  • Communicate findings to leadership, technical teams, and State agency partners with clear documentation and presentations.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 10+ years of IT experience, including at least 5 years working directly with a State Medicaid agency or equivalent healthcare program.
  • In-depth understanding of Medicaid claims, enrollment / eligibility workflows, and provider data management.
  • Strong analytical skills with hands-on experience working with enterprise data warehouses and large datasets using SQL and Excel.
  • Knowledge of CMS federal reporting requirements and Medicaid / CHIP programs.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership capabilities.
  • Ability to mentor team members and contribute to collaborative delivery.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally (approximately 2–4 trips per year).
  • Strong alignment with organizational values : Integrity, Inclusion, Innovation, Relationships, Compassion & Performance.
  • Preferred Skills & Experience

  • 2+ years supporting PERM, T-MSIS, HEDIS, CHIPRA, or similar federal reporting and quality measurement initiatives.
  • Experience with Teradata or other large-scale database management systems.
  • Background working on both business and technical sides within State Medicaid agencies.
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