CMS Certification Specialist
About the role
Diversified Systems is searching for a CMS Certification Specialist leads efforts to obtain and maintain CMS certification for Medicaid system modernization initiatives and serves as the primary liaison between the project team, the State Medicaid Agency, and CMS reviewers.
Responsibilities
- Developing certification strategies and plans
- Preparing and managing certification documentation and deliverables
- Coordinating CMS reviews and certification milestones
- Monitoring compliance with federal requirements
- Supporting operational readiness activities
Requirements
- Experience with CMS certification, certification reviews, or CMS Streamlined Modular Certification (SMC)
- Experience with Medicaid Enterprise Systems (MES), MMIS modernization, Provider Management, Eligibility, Claims, Financial Management, or related Medicaid solutions
- Knowledge of CMS certification guidance, MITA, federal funding requirements, and Medicaid program operations
- Experience preparing certification plans, operational workbooks, status reports, and review documentation
- Ability to collaborate effectively with state agencies, system integrators, vendors, and CMS stakeholders
- Strong project management, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
About Diversified Systems
Founded in 1990, Diversified Systems is an award-winning Technology Services corporation providing all levels of IT project consulting services nationwide. DSI is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio with regional offices in the American Midwest and East Coast. We offer our consultants a number of flexible and competitive compensation benefit packages. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion DSI values authenticity and is committed to making sure our employees and partners are valued and respected. At DSI, we believe building a diverse culture is important because we know when people work together, we can achieve better results as a team. DSI realizes that everyone comes from various backgrounds. We celebrate these differences because our employees are our greatest asset as we strive to best meet the needs of those we serve. As part of our ongoing efforts, DSI is focused on advancing equality, diversity, and inclusivity by setting high standards to continually evolve our culture. This includes but is not limited to recruiting, community involvement, client delivery, and career development.