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Director, Configuration
Director, Configuration
Who are we?
Versant Health is one of the nation's leading administrators of managed vision care, serving millions of our clients' members nationwide. We are driven by our mission to help members enjoy the wonders of sight through healthy eyes and vision.
As a Versant Health associate, you can enjoy a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes health and dental insurance, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) with company match, pet insurance, no-cost-to-you vision insurance for you and your qualified dependents. We are also invested in your success. There are many opportunities for advancement and development throughout all stages of your career with us.
See how you can make a difference with the support of strong leadership and a team environment.
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What are we looking for?
The Director, Configuration provides strategic leadership and direction for the organization's benefit configuration and claims platform operations across all core systems. This role is accountable for the multi-year configuration roadmap, ensuring scalability, quality, compliance, and operational excellence while enabling growth and superior client and member experiences. The Director defines configuration standards and governance, directs complex enterprise implementations, and partners with senior leadership across Operations, IT, Product, Compliance, Reporting, Finance, and Network Development to align configuration capabilities with organizational strategy and evolving market needs. This role oversees resource planning, portfolio prioritization, vendor relationships, audit readiness, and performance outcomes across multiple locations.
Where you will have an impact
Strategic Leadership & Vision
Define and execute the multi-year configuration strategy and roadmap to support organizational priorities, client needs, and platform evolution.
Establish configuration standards, naming conventions, and quality benchmarks to ensure consistent, scalable builds across systems.
Partner with leadership to forecast future-state requirements and guide investments in platform capabilities, automation, and data-driven decision-making.
Leadership & Talent Development
Lead and develop a high-performing team of Managers and Analysts across multiple locations; oversee workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership development.
Set clear objectives, KPIs/OKRs, and performance metrics for the department; monitor results and adjust priorities to meet enterprise goals.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement aligned with Versant Health's leadership principles.
Governance & Compliance
Design and maintain governance frameworks for configuration processes, including policies, procedures, change control, and documentation standards.
Ensure adherence to SOC controls, HIPAA, contractual SLAs, and regulatory requirements; maintain audit readiness and lead internal/external audit engagements and corrective action plans.
Oversee risk identification, mitigation strategies, and root-cause analysis for configuration-related defects and incidents.
Operational Excellence & Innovation
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows, reduce cycle times, increase automation, and improve accuracy and first-pass yield.
Author and approve business requirements for platform enhancements; coordinate with IT, Product, and vendors on solution design, development, and implementation.
Oversee test strategy (e.g., UAT, regression, negative testing) internal to Configuration to ensure functional integrity, stability, and prevention of defects in production.
Enterprise Collaboration
Collaborate across Operations, IT, Product, Compliance, Reporting, Finance, and Network Development to integrate configuration strategy into enterprise initiatives.
Serve as a senior client-facing leader for strategic discussions, audits, operational checkpoints, and education; represent Versant Health in executive forums.
Partner with Claims Operations and Clinical Operations to ensure alignment of policy administration, benefits, pricing, and payment methodologies.
Vendor & Technology Oversight
Lead coordination of business requirements and consulting requests for configuration-related enhancements, ensuring alignment with current and future-state business needs.
Actively engage with designated claims platform vendors to review, validate, and approve configuration changes; oversee testing and implementation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Establish and maintain robust vendor oversight and monitoring processes specific to configuration changes, including documentation standards, quality checkpoints, and performance reporting.
Collaborate with IT Product Owners and Vendor Management teams to ensure configuration priorities are represented in vendor roadmaps and system upgrade planning.
Other Duties
Support and lead special projects as assigned or necessary.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
What's necessary to do the job?
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required
Notes: Advanced degree preferred.
Experience
10+ Years
Required
Notes:
10+ years of progressive experience in healthcare benefit configuration or claims system administration required
5+ years of leadership experience in a managerial or director-level capacity leading multi-site teams or programs required
Advanced knowledge of medical/vision claims adjudication, benefit structures, medical policy administration, and provider reimbursement methodologies required
Proven experience establishing governance, policies, and controls in regulated environments (HIPAA, SOC); strong audit readiness and corrective action planning required
Demonstrated success in portfolio management, cross-functional leadership, vendor management, and executive reporting required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office required; proficiency with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and data querying/analytics preferred
Experience with configuration platforms such as Plexis Claims Manager (PCM), HSP Meditrac, or similar systems preferred
Licenses and Certifications
N/A
Preferred/Required
Notes:
HIPAA & Security Requirements
All Associates must comply with the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as it pertains to disclosures of protected health information (PHI) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and HIPAA Privacy Policies and Procedures. As a component of job roles and responsibilities, Associates may have access to covered information, cardholder data or other confidential customer information which must be protected at all times. As a result, Associates must explicitly adhere to all data security guidelines established within the Company's Privacy & Security Training Program.
Versant Health will never request money from candidates who seek employment with us and will never ask for any payment as part of the recruitment process.
We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and paid vision coverage; paid time off and company holidays; retirement savings with employer contribution; employee wellness resources; and professional development opportunities. Additional benefits may include flexible work arrangements, employee assistance programs, and other programs that support you both at work and beyond.
This role is compensated through a base salary and is eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. The expected base salary range for this position is $131,000.00- $147,000.00 annually. Bonus eligibility and payout are based on individual, team, and/or company performance, in accordance with the terms of the bonus program.
Versant Health is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Versant Health without regards to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.