Senior Manager, Project Program Management

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

Position Summary

The Aetna Special Investigations Unit (SIU) Data Analytics team is seeking a highly skilled, data‑driven individual to lead complex analytics initiatives. This role is responsible for driving analytic project delivery, shaping data strategy and translating large, complex datasets into actionable insights for business partners and leaders.  The individual in this role may also function as a team lead (non‑people manager).

The ideal candidate has a strong background in medical claims data, SQL and Python development, analytical methodologies, and data visualization. This role requires exceptional communication, planning, and cross-functional leadership skills.

This is an individual contributor role

Key Responsibilities

• Development of SQL and Python analytics to support SIU metrics, reporting, and investigative insight

• Translate large datasets into meaningful narratives that support decision-making and operational improvements.

• Create clear, compelling data visualizations and narratives for technical and non‑technical audiences

• Lead cross-functional project workstreams and act as the central coordinator for analytics-related deliverables across SIU and partner teams

• Coach team members on performance measurement, KPI usage, and analytic best practices

• Collaborate with business partners to understand requirements, impacts, and opportunities

• Drive enhancements to data processes, system infrastructure, and reporting capabilities.

This is a work-from-home position in the US. supporting standard east coast business hours.

Required Qualifications

• 7-10 years work experience

• Healthcare background

• 7+ years of analytics or data management experience

• 2+ years of experience in SQL, Python

• Solid understanding of medical claim data

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives

• Exceptional communication, presentation, and storytelling skills

• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving capabilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with medical claims data and healthcare analytics

• FWA, SIU or health insurance operations experience

• Knowledge of healthcare claims adjudication & provider information

• Proficiency with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)

We support a hybrid work environment. If selected and you live near a suitable work location, you may be expected to comply with the hybrid work policy. Under the policy, all hires for in-scope populations should be placed into a hybrid or office-based location, working onsite three days a week.

Aetna Service Operations office/hub locations will be discussed with the selected candidate.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in related field

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$82,940.00 - $182,549.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls.  The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.  This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.  This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program. 
 

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 04/11/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.