LOB Lead (US – Remote)

What to expect when you join Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary

Team members at Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and varied group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through diverse perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth – for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.

The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key business priorities and intentionally creating a rewarding employee experience, Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary has developed into a highly regarded provider of professional services and a sought-after employer of choice.

Do you want to work with other skilled and agile practitioners who thrive on challenge and growth? We believe everyone has untapped potential. That’s why we lead with vision and act fast, pairing deep expertise with practical solutions. Our teams cut through complexity and deliver real impact. It's our hope that you find more than just a job. At Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary, you'll find optimism, clear insights and genuine warmth, without egos.

Are you ready to grow with us?

Position summary

Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary, is seeking a Shared Services Line of Business (LOB) Lead that will be responsible for overseeing the execution, coordination, and delivery of program and technical activities within the CMS/CCSQ Shared Services LOB. The LOB Lead ensures alignment between program execution and CCSQ strategic priorities while maintaining transparency, coordination, and accountability across projects, teams, and stakeholders. Operating within a complex federal health IT environment, this role provides leadership across cross-functional teams and ensures that program activities are effectively coordinated, risks and dependencies are managed, and deliverables are aligned with CMS objectives and operational requirements.

What will you do in this role?

LOB Leadership and Oversight

• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight across cross-functional program and project teams, including managing team performance and ensuring alignment to LOB priorities.
• Ensure alignment of LOB activities with CCSQ strategic priorities and portfolio objectives.
• Coordinate across program, technical, and operational teams to ensure cohesive execution of work.
• Monitor progress across LOB initiatives and ensure timely delivery of milestones and deliverables.
• Oversee day-to-day execution across LOB teams, ensuring effective coordination, accountability, and delivery performance.

Program Coordination and Execution

• Oversee coordination of program activities across multiple projects and workstreams within the LOB.
• Ensure alignment between project schedules, priorities, and dependencies.
• Support planning and execution of key program activities, including PI Planning, governance meetings, and program reviews.
• Facilitate resolution of cross-team dependencies and execution challenges.

Reporting and Performance Management

• Ensure development and delivery of LOB-level reporting, including program status, risks, and performance metrics.
• Provide visibility into LOB performance through dashboards, executive summaries, and status updates.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of data used in reporting and decision-making.
• Support tracking and reporting of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Objectives and Key Results (OKRs), and other program performance indicators.

Risk, Issue, and Dependency Management

• Oversee identification, tracking, and mitigation of risks, issues, and dependencies across the LOB.
• Ensure risks are documented and maintained in appropriate tools (e.g., Jira).
• Coordinate with program and project teams to monitor mitigation strategies and escalate issues as needed.
• Ensure alignment with CMS risk management processes and frameworks.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

• Serve as a key point of coordination between LOB teams, CCSQ leadership, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure clear and consistent communication of priorities, progress, and decisions across stakeholders.
• Support preparation and delivery of executive-level materials, briefings, and updates.
• Facilitate stakeholder alignment across cross-functional teams and program areas.

Governance and Process Alignment

• Ensure implementation and adherence to program governance structures and processes.
• Ensure alignment with portfolio management practices, standards, and tools.
• Contribute to development and refinement of governance processes and program management practices.
• Promote consistency, transparency, and accountability across LOB activities.

Ad Hoc Program Support

• Provide leadership support for emerging, time-sensitive, or high-visibility program needs.
• Support special initiatives, leadership requests, and cross-program coordination efforts.
• Ensure responsiveness to evolving CCSQ priorities while maintaining alignment with program standards. 

What do you need to succeed in this role?

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS)
• 10+ years of experience supporting program or project management in a federal IT or health IT environment
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating complex program activities
• Experience supporting program governance, reporting, and stakeholder engagement
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills 
• Familiarity with CCSQ LOBs (HQR, QPP, CQP/QIO, iQIES, EQRS) or similar quality reporting programs
• PMP and/or SAFe Agile certification
• Prior experience supporting CMS/CCSQ programs
• Experience supporting portfolio-level coordination and governance
• Experience managing risks, dependencies, and cross-program coordination
• Experience developing executive-level reporting and dashboards

Preferred Certifications & Qualifications

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $150,000 - $160,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows:

• Servant Leader – You are hyper focused on engaging employees, fostering their development, and building a positive culture. 
• Solutions Focused – You see opportunities in every business problem and can develop, articulate, and implement solutions. 
• Collaboration – You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units. 
• Instills Trust - You do what you say, and you follow through on commitments, you act with integrity, you are consistent and are perceived as credible. 
• Impact & Influence Thinking – You gain support for ideas, proposals, and solutions, and get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives/objectives. 

About Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary

Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary, offers the public and private sectors a diverse platform of professional services across consulting, technology, and compliance. Highly specialized and hands-on teams deliver integrated solutions rooted in deep industry experience. Our approach is strategically and thoughtfully designed to help our clients, teams and communities accelerate success.

Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary has approximately 2,000 team members and operates across North America, EMEA and APAC. 

Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary Total Rewards

Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few. Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary also takes pride in prioritizing team members’ health, total wellbeing and time spent with family, friends and in the pursuit of personal goals, hobbies, and endeavors.

Some examples of our many benefits:

• Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary maintains a Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy. We encourage every full-time employee, as your role permits, to utilize paid time off (personal time, mental/physical health care, vacation, sick leave, etc.). Waiting for time off to accrue is common at other companies. At Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary, you do not have to wait for this benefit to kick in. FTO is activated on your first day with our organization.
• Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary will also recognize paid holidays during the year and strives to permit employees to have time off the last week of the calendar year when client and project work permits.
• Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary offers a comprehensive wellness program to engage, challenge and empower team members to take responsibility for their wellbeing. Activities can be tracked through our wellness provider to obtain gift cards and other rewards.

We also offer:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
• HSA employer contribution
• Eleven (11) paid holidays annually.
• A robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children.
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous employee referral bonus program
• Client referral bonus program
• Pet insurance
• FORCE – Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their local communities.

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Tantus, a Sikich Subsidiary is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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