The Work: + Own end-to-end delivery accountability for our partners solutions, including implementation, run operations, configuration, product enhancements, and new client onboarding + Serve as the senior delivery lead across all workstreams, driving execution, resolving escalations, and maintaining accountability for outcomes across multiple clients and stakeholders + Lead provider network strategy and implementation within HealthRules Payer, including BlueCard® cross-plan participation, Medicare contracting models, and BCBS-affiliated plans + Own provider network setup, including suppliers (TINs), practitioners, practitioner roles, supplier locations, fee schedules, and reimbursement structures + Translate BCBS, BlueCard®, Medicare, and CMS regulatory requirements into scalable HealthRules Payer configuration and operational solutions + Oversee steady-state run operations, including platform stability, release management, upgrades, and ongoing performance + Ensure HealthRules Payer business rules integrate seamlessly with enterprise claims, billing, and downstream operational systems + Lead planning, execution, and go-live accountability for large-scale implementations aligned to the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) + Partner with Functional, Integration, Data, and Testing leads to ensure cohesive, end-to-end delivery across complex, multi-workstream initiatives + Serve as the primary client executive advisor on technology strategy, provider network design, BlueCard® compliance, and issue resolution + Proactively identify and mitigate risks related to provider network setup, platform operations, and Medicare claims impacts + Contribute to practice growth, delivery assets, and capability development within Accenture's Medicare and payer technology practice Travel may be required for this role. Here's What You Need: + Minimum of 5 years experience in an Executive-level Health Plan Technology Leadership (CTO, CIO, VP of IT, IT Director, or senior delivery/program leader) + Minimum of 10 years of functional experience in the Health Payer Industry, with deep expertise in Medicare Advantage, CMS regulatory requirements, and BCBS operating models + Minimum of 5 years implementing Health Plan technology solutions, including BlueCard® participation, within Blue health plan environments + Minimum of 2 years of proven ownership of large-scale, full life-cycle implementations aligned to the SDLC, including planning, execution, and go-live accountability + Minimum of 2 years experience leading steady-state run operations, including upgrades, release management, and platform stability + Minimum of 2 years of program management and delivery leadership experience across complex, multi-workstream, multi-client engagements - with demonstrated ability to own outcomes end to end + Hands-on experience with HealthEdge HealthRules Payer (HRP) and GuidingCare, with strong grounding in payer core administration architecture, integrations, and data flows + Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required; Associate's degree considered with additional relevant experience Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.