Medicaid Data Architect

Join a high-impact team as a Medicaid Data Architect supporting the CAPPS Program for the Client. This senior-level consulting position is ideal for experts in PeopleSoft HCM, system configuration, and Texas public sector HR/payroll environments. You will drive the architecture, integration, and compliance of mission-critical HR and payroll systems used by more than 100 agencies and 80,000 employees statewide. If you thrive in complex, cross-functional settings and are passionate about data integrity, security, and large-scale project delivery, this is your opportunity to lead and grow., Architect, configure, and maintain PeopleSoft HCM (v9.2) CAPPS HR/Payroll modules, ensuring optimal performance, accuracy, and compliance.

• Lead requirements gathering, functional design, and documentation (FDDs) for system enhancements and break/fix projects.
• Oversee batch job execution, scheduling, troubleshooting, and performance tuning across statewide systems.
• Provide advanced technical support and serve as Tier 2 escalation for complex Service Desk incidents.
• Maintain strict adherence to federal/state labor laws, FMLA, and security best practices (NIST, multi-tenancy).
• Plan, manage, and execute annual fiscal year-end, disaster recovery exercises, and compliance audits.
• Collaborate with policy, IT, and agency stakeholders to translate HR regulations into robust system configurations.
• Deliver comprehensive user training, cross-training for junior analysts, and executive-level presentations.
• Monitor and enforce digital accessibility (WCAG 2.1) and ITIL-aligned service management practices.
• Participate in upgrade testing, incident management (MIM), and support of legacy system integrations.

15+ years’ experience in Texas public sector HR/payroll systems, with deep knowledge of state and federal labor law.

• Advanced proficiency in PeopleSoft HCM, App Designer, Integration Broker, SQR, SQL, BI Publisher, SAP Business Objects.
• Demonstrated expertise in system configuration, security (NIST, multi-tenancy), and batch job oversight.
• Experience with CAPPS HR/Payroll for large networks (30+ agencies), including fiscal year-end, FMLA, and accessibility compliance.
• Strong background in ITIL, Agile, and SDLC methodologies.

• Proven track record in cross-functional collaboration, documentation, and training. [Preferred Skills]

• Experience with CPA legacy Statewide Financial Systems production support.
• Background in preparing WCAG-compliant training and executive-level presentations.
• Familiarity with PeopleSoft PUM, Fluid UI, and Elasticsearch.

Competitive hourly compensation.

• High-visibility project leadership in statewide enterprise systems.
• Opportunity to shape technology and compliance for 100+ Texas agencies.
• Dynamic, collaborative environment with on-site and remote flexibility.
• Professional development through cross-training, executive presentations, and audit participation.

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