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Practitioner Data Steward - Hybrid

Cigna

Houston, TX
Full Time
Senior
about 2 months ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Practitioner Data Steward works in partnership with business stakeholders and technical partners to execute the enterprise-wide data governance strategy for the organization. This role involves understanding and enhancing data governance practices, establishing data standards, and applying best practices within the Practitioner data domain to improve data quality, compliance, and usability in a large and complex organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and rollout enterprise data guidance and standards for the Express Scripts Pharmacy/Practitioner data domain across all business units.
  • Partner with legal, compliance, proposal, and audit teams to ensure data stewardship meets privacy, regulatory, and internal audit requirements.
  • Support the execution of the organization's data governance operating model.
  • Set data stewardship priorities based on business needs, regulatory demands, and data best practices.
  • Act as a resident expert in data governance best practices, methodologies, and processes for the Practitioner data domain.
  • Work closely with business and technology partners to implement data governance requirements.
  • Continuously improve and enhance data governance practices for the Practitioner data domain.
  • Collaborate with Evernorth Product teams to implement consistent data governance practices.
  • Participate in regulatory compliance efforts to define and implement data governance requirements.
  • Manage contractual obligations related to the use and sharing of Practitioner data assets with external parties.
  • Share knowledge with external data vendors to promote improved quality of products and services.
  • Participate in Enterprise Data Governance forums as applicable.
  • Define, implement, and run an enterprise-wide data governance program including best practices.
  • Lead strategic initiatives, establish relationships with stakeholders, work cross-functionally, and articulate the business benefits of data governance.

Requirements

  • Approximately 10+ years of experience in pharmacy, data stewardship, data policy, and standards development.
  • In-depth knowledge and experience in data governance best practices, methods, and operating models.
  • Experience in leading a team of data stewards is preferred.
  • Solid understanding of healthcare industry and privacy regulatory requirements; healthcare experience is a plus.
  • Ability to be an innovator and strategic thinker in the data governance space.
  • Ability to perform cross-functionally in a complex, high-paced environment and influence others.
  • Familiarity with data security and protection methodologies.
  • Familiarity with healthcare industry standards.
  • Comfortable working in an agile environment.
  • Proficiency with data tools and concepts such as DataBricks, Teradata, Collibra, Alation, SPC-XL, MicroSoft Office Suite, Mainframe (TSO, JCL, SQL).

Nice to Have

  • Project Management and/or Six Sigma skills.

Qualifications

  • Formal educational qualifications are not explicitly specified.

Benefits & Perks

  • Not explicitly specified in the description.

Working at Cigna

The Cigna Group is dedicated to improving health and vitality, committed to driving growth and improving lives. They value diversity and inclusion, considering applicants without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, national origin, and other protected characteristics. They promote a tobacco-free policy and consider criminal histories in employment decisions in accordance with laws.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 3, 2025
Job CategoryData Analytics
SalaryCompetitive salary
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceSenior

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About Cigna

Website

cigna.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Houston, TX

Industry

Direct Life, Health, and Medical Insurance Carriers

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