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Slalom · 2 weeks ago

Client Partner - Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Slalom is a business and technology consulting company that aims to enable a world where everyone loves their work and life. As the CMS Account Lead, you will play a pivotal leadership role, helping the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services achieve transformative outcomes through strategic account management and technology-driven solutions.

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Responsibilities

Lead the CMS account strategy, overseeing business growth and client relationships across CMS program areas (CMMI, CMCS, CCSQ, OIT, etc.)
Serve as the primary Slalom leader and trusted advisor to senior CMS executives, with deep understanding of mission priorities and modernization objectives
Identify, shape, and capture new opportunities that align with Slalom’s strengths in data modernization, AI/ML, cloud, and digital services
Develop and execute account growth plans, including capture and proposal strategies in collaboration with business development and alliance partners (AWS, Salesforce, Google Cloud, Snowflake, etc.)
Drive revenue, pipeline, and delivery excellence targets while maintaining exceptional client satisfaction and retention
Oversee delivery across CMS engagements, ensuring technical excellence, compliance, and alignment with mission outcomes
Translate CMS mission challenges—such as data interoperability, quality measurement, and healthcare innovation—into modern, technology-enabled solutions
Lead account governance, performance management, and risk mitigation to ensure consistent client value delivery
Build, mentor, and inspire high-performing teams that deliver client impact and live Slalom’s values
Foster a culture of curiosity, accountability, and continuous learning within the CMS team
Partner across Slalom markets and capabilities to bring integrated solutions that combine strategy, technology, and human-centered design

Qualification

Federal consulting experienceHealth IT knowledgeCMS program familiarityCapture managementCloud architectureData platformsAI/ML experienceSalesforce solutionsComplianceCommunicationRelationship-building skillsEmotional intelligenceStrategic thinkingIntegrity

Required

10–15+ years of progressive leadership experience in federal consulting or health IT, with demonstrated success supporting CMS or other HHS operating divisions
Deep familiarity with CMS program areas such as Medicare, Medicaid, Innovation (CMMI), or Quality (CCSQ)
Proven record of federal capture management, proposal leadership, and account growth within complex government environments
Strong understanding of federal acquisition processes and contracting mechanisms (FAR, IDIQ, BPA, GSA, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams across capture, solutioning, and delivery
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across government, industry, and alliance partners
Experience delivering technology transformation programs involving data platforms, analytics, cloud architecture, or CRM modernization

Preferred

Familiarity with health data and AI service offerings, including: Data strategy, governance, and interoperability within CMS or related agencies. AI/ML and advanced analytics for healthcare quality, program integrity, or cost optimization. Cloud-native architectures supporting secure data sharing and compliance
Experience with Salesforce public sector and health solutions, including: Case management, provider engagement, and constituent services. Salesforce Government Cloud and integration with federal health systems
Certifications such as Salesforce Certified Professional, AWS/Azure, or PMP a plus
Prior experience leading capture or delivery within a federal consulting firm, health systems integrator, or HHS-focused contractor
Active Public Trust or higher clearance preferred

Benefits

Meaningful time off and paid holidays
Parental leave
401(k) with a match
A range of choices for highly subsidized health, dental, & vision coverage
Adoption and fertility assistance
Short/long-term disability
Yearly $350 reimbursement account for any well-being-related expenses
Discounted home, auto, and pet insurance

Company

Slalom Consulting is a business and technology consulting firm that designs and builds strategies and systems to help its clients

H1B Sponsorship

Slalom has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (215)
2024 (258)
2023 (250)
2022 (614)
2021 (254)
2020 (220)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$1.69M
2013-04-12Series Unknown· $1.69M

Leadership Team

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Brad Jackson
CEO
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John Tobin
Co-Founder and Executive President, EMEA & APAC
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