Kforce has a Healthcare Client in Fairfield, CA that is looking for an IT Program Manager (HRP and DSNP) for a 10-month contract. This role could be hybrid or fully remote. Summary: In this role, you will develop, implement, improve, and manage assigned programs. The IT Program Manager has a higher level of experience, more autonomy, exercises independent judgement, and conducts business analysis and program analytics. Programs are ongoing, which may include aligned projects and requires strategic planning and continuous improvement efforts after program startup. Key Responsibilities: * Spearhead end-to-end program management for DSNP and HRP initiatives, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery of strategic objectives * IT Program Manager will develop and maintain detailed project roadmaps, timelines, RAID logs, and resource allocation plans to support ongoing operations and regulatory deadlines * Monitor risks, interdependencies, and escalate roadblocks to executive sponsors * Ensure each department is tracking to key deliverables and dependencies * Key liaison between cross-functional business teams (clinical operations, product, compliance) and IT delivery partners to align priorities and resolve dependencies * Manage third-party vendors and system integrators, including Jiva platform stakeholders, to drive deliverables, uphold SLAs, and ensure seamless system performance * As an IT Program Manager, you will facilitate governance processes including change control, requirements traceability, and post-deployment reviews * Align program scope, goals, and timelines with CMS readiness and go-live requirements * Deliver executive-ready communications: status reports, steering committee updates, and stakeholder engagement sessions to promote transparency and alignment * Oversee system enhancements, integrations, and data flow optimizations to support DSNP/HRP functions-eligibility, assessments, care plans, and outreach workflows* HRP Implementations * D-SNP Implementations * Regulatory Experience * Model of Care (MOC) * Regulatory Audit * HealthCare IT