Overview:
GovCIO is seeking a VistA Transition Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Health Portfolio. The VistA Transition SME serves as a senior technical resource responsible for analyzing, planning, coordinating, and executing activities supporting the transition of legacy VistA applications during Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) deployments. Working closely with the Lead VistA Transition SME, Project Manager, Data Analysts, Technical SMEs, Technical Writers, government stakeholders, and site personnel, this role supports site readiness, transition planning, cutover execution, post-deployment validation, and ongoing operational monitoring. The SME also serves as the primary technical liaison for assigned implementation sites, providing expert guidance on VistA applications, workflows, user access, and transition impacts. This position is fully remote within the United States. Core business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Eastern Time. Periodic weekend support is required during EHRM deployment and cutover events.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze VistA applications, workflows, menus, HL7 interfaces, tasked jobs, security keys, and user access to assess transition impacts.
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Perform VistA usage analysis using enterprise reporting tools, Grafana dashboards, and operational data to support transition planning and decision-making.
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Develop implementation playbooks, technical documentation, transition reports, and customer deliverables.
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Support site readiness assessments, deployment activities, cutover events, and post-implementation validation for assigned sites.
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Review system activity following deployment and recommend additional transition actions based on usage data, operational findings, and customer feedback.
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Ensure the quality and accuracy of technical documentation, peer deliverables, and program artifacts while supporting continuous process improvement.
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Present technical findings and recommendations to project leadership, stakeholders, and customer representatives.
Qualifications:
Required Skills and Experience
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Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or 10 years of additional relevant experience in lieu of the degree).
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Minimum of 10 years of experience supporting enterprise systems architecture, software engineering, or complex healthcare IT environments.
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Demonstrated expertise with VistA or comparable enterprise EHR platforms, including application architecture, workflows, system dependencies, and modernization initiatives.
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Experience analyzing application portfolios and supporting large-scale system transition or modernization efforts.
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Strong written and verbal communication, analytical, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
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Experience working with geographically dispersed teams in a remote and Agile environment.
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Ability to work independently, conduct technical research, and develop recommendations with minimal supervision.
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Extensive experience with VistA menu structures, security keys, user access management, provisioning processes, and access restriction activities.
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Experience supporting VistA patch analysis and implementation activities.
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Experience analyzing VistA usage data, reports, and operational metrics to identify trends, impacts, risks, and recommendations.
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Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
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Ability to support periodic weekend deployment and cutover activities.
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Ability to obtain and maintain a VA Public Trust (Suitability) clearance.
Preferred Skills and Experience
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Experience supporting Department of Veterans Affairs healthcare IT programs and Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) initiatives.
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Knowledge of Identity and Access Management (IAM), HealthShare technologies, and enterprise healthcare environments.
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Experience gathering, documenting, and translating business and technical requirements into actionable recommendations and deliverables.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, research, and troubleshooting skills.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop technical documentation, executive briefings, presentations, and stakeholder communications.
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Demonstrated ability to lead complex initiatives and provide technical guidance to analysts, technical writers, and cross-functional teams while working independently
Clearance Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust clearance
Posted Salary Range: USD $135,000.00 - USD $145,000.00 /Yr.
