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Sierra 7, Inc.

Program Analyst - Sr.

Sierra 7, Inc., Mc Lean, Virginia, us, 22107

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Description

Sierra7, Inc. is seeking a Senior Program Analyst who will support the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) in analyzing, evaluating, and improving the effectiveness of healthcare programs as part of the iFAMS Deployment Team under the Financial Management Business Transformation (FMBT) Program. This role requires systematic assessment of current and future program performance, measurement of outcomes, and identification of opportunities to improve program quality and effectiveness. The analyst will assist in executing program operations and contribute to the development of recommendations for improving the organization and management of projects and processes that impact VHA's mission. A deep understanding of integrated healthcare systems is preferred.

Position Responsibilities: • Conduct in-depth program reviews to evaluate performance, effectiveness, outcomes, and alignment with strategic goals. • Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to developing actionable recommendations to enhance program performance. • Assist in the execution and oversight of program operations to ensure alignment with defined objectives and performance benchmarks. • Provide input into strategic planning, risk management, and performance measurement efforts in support of the iFAMS rollout. • Contributes to the development of tools, templates, and methodologies to assess healthcare program effectiveness and value. • Assist in developing and maintaining program documentation such as evaluation reports, business cases, and performance dashboards. • Support the coordination of program activities including data management, configuration support, reporting, training, and change management. • Participate in stakeholder engagements and assist with the preparation of high-quality briefings, reports, and recommendations. • Support the documentation and validation of accounting structures and financial data in compliance with VA policies. • Collaborate on data profiling, cleansing, reconciliation, and conversion readiness efforts during iFAMS implementation. • Contribute to the development and validation of business intelligence reports aligned to program effectiveness and financial impact. • Ensure that all work products meet Section 508 accessibility standards.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in program analysis, evaluation, and improvement within a large-scale federal healthcare environment. • Familiarity with risk tracking, master scheduling, and performance evaluation techniques. • Ability to assess complex programs and recommend strategies for improving effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance. • Knowledge of healthcare program delivery and performance metrics, especially in veteran-centered care. • Strong experience in operational planning, program documentation, and stakeholder coordination. • Familiarity with enterprise-level system rollouts, financial transformation programs, or federal ERP implementations (e.g., Momentum, iFAMS). • Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills. • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, project management tools, and data visualization/reporting tools is desirable. • Knowledge of Section 508 compliance standards for federal deliverables.

Education & Experience: • Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in Public Administration, Business, Health Administration, or a related field (required). • Minimum 8 years of experience in program analysis, planning, and evaluation, preferably within a federal healthcare system. • Extensive experience working within or supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), particularly on initiatives related to health care, financial modernization, or veteran outreach, is highly preferred.

Why Join Sierra7?

Sierra7 is a Small Disabled Veteran Owned Business. We were founded in 2009 with the mission of "serving those who serve". We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and CMMI-SVC Level 3-appraised member of the government technology and services industry. We are a proud recipient of the 2024 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the US Department of Labor, which recognizes employers who successfully recruit, hire, and retain Veterans.

Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision FSA (Flexible Spending Account) HSA (Health Savings Account) Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Additional Supplemental Medical Benefits

Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, Accident

401K Legal Assistance Financial Wellness Paid Time Off (PTO) Federal Holidays Education Reimbursement LinkedIn Learning Employee Referral Program