Senior IT Portfolio Management Specialist - Insurance Technology
Humana, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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The Senior IT Portfolio Management Specialist in the Insurance Technology segment collaborates closely with business leaders, technology teams, and product stakeholders to ensure alignment between the IT portfolio and overall enterprise priorities. This role involves addressing complex issues that require in-depth analysis of business operations, insurance technology interdependencies, and various organizational, regulatory, and market factors.
This position organizes and prioritizes programs and projects to align with
IT Strategy, Enterprise Architecture guidelines, delivery roadmaps, and strategic plans at the segment level . Responsibilities include balancing discretionary and non-discretionary spending (e.g., for regulatory compliance, security, member experience, and operational efficiency), assessing funding against annual portfolio budgets, managing project capacity, adjusting schedules, and securing necessary financial and organizational support for prioritized initiatives. As a critical influencer of departmental strategy, this role drives technology portfolio decisions by assessing business value, platform impacts, customer experience outcomes, and risk management. The Senior IT Portfolio Management Specialist operates with a high degree of autonomy in decision-making regarding technical approaches, project sequencing, and dependencies within various insurance technology ecosystems, such as claims platforms, digital front doors, core administrative systems, and data platforms. This position allows considerable discretion in determining objectives, methodologies, and approaches to assignments. Utilize your expertise to make a significant impact Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree required
5+ years of experience in technology, IT portfolio management, IT delivery, or related areas
Experience in
insurance technology ecosystems
(e.g., claims, policy administration, digital health platforms) is strongly preferred
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Visio)
Experience in generating portfolio-level metrics, performance dashboards, forecasting views, and trend reports
Proficient in using ad-hoc query tools and data repositories for portfolio and operational data analysis
Passion for contributing to an organization focused on enhancing
member, provider, and associate experiences
Preferred Qualifications MBA or other advanced degree
Six Sigma certification or other process optimization training
Experience in problem analysis, process engineering, or operational excellence in an insurance or healthcare technology environment
Experience generating executive-level metrics, KPIs, and trend reports regarding portfolio performance
Interview Process: As part of our hiring process, we will utilize an interview technology called HireVue, which allows us to efficiently connect and gather essential information from you about your relevant skills and experiences on your schedule. Home Work Requirements: To enable effective work for Home or Hybrid employees, a self-provided internet service with at least 25 Mbps download speed and 10 Mbps upload speed is required. Wireless, wired cable, or DSL connections are preferred, while satellite, cellular, or microwave connections need prior leadership approval. If you reside and work from home in California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota, you will receive a bi-weekly stipend for your internet costs. Humana will supply Home or Hybrid employees with appropriate telephone equipment for business needs. Employees are expected to have a dedicated workspace free from distractions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information. This position is #LI-Remote. Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices may be necessary for training or meetings. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation Range: The compensation range provided below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for a full-time (40 hours/week) position at the time of posting. Actual pay may vary based on geographic location and individual qualifications. $106,900 - $147,000 annually This position is eligible for a bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance. Benefits Overview: Humana, Inc. and its subsidiaries offer competitive benefits supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, time off (including paid time off, holidays, and volunteer time), short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and more. Application Deadline: 02-19-2026 About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is dedicated to putting health first for our teammates, customers, and the company. Through our insurance and healthcare services, we strive to make it easier for millions to achieve their best health, delivering needed care and services promptly. Our actions lead to improved quality of life for individuals and communities. Equal Opportunity Employer: Humana is committed to non-discrimination in its hiring and employment practices. We prioritize employment decisions based on valid job requirements and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We also support individuals with disabilities and protected veteran status. Humana complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and provides free language interpretation services.
IT Strategy, Enterprise Architecture guidelines, delivery roadmaps, and strategic plans at the segment level . Responsibilities include balancing discretionary and non-discretionary spending (e.g., for regulatory compliance, security, member experience, and operational efficiency), assessing funding against annual portfolio budgets, managing project capacity, adjusting schedules, and securing necessary financial and organizational support for prioritized initiatives. As a critical influencer of departmental strategy, this role drives technology portfolio decisions by assessing business value, platform impacts, customer experience outcomes, and risk management. The Senior IT Portfolio Management Specialist operates with a high degree of autonomy in decision-making regarding technical approaches, project sequencing, and dependencies within various insurance technology ecosystems, such as claims platforms, digital front doors, core administrative systems, and data platforms. This position allows considerable discretion in determining objectives, methodologies, and approaches to assignments. Utilize your expertise to make a significant impact Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree required
5+ years of experience in technology, IT portfolio management, IT delivery, or related areas
Experience in
insurance technology ecosystems
(e.g., claims, policy administration, digital health platforms) is strongly preferred
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Visio)
Experience in generating portfolio-level metrics, performance dashboards, forecasting views, and trend reports
Proficient in using ad-hoc query tools and data repositories for portfolio and operational data analysis
Passion for contributing to an organization focused on enhancing
member, provider, and associate experiences
Preferred Qualifications MBA or other advanced degree
Six Sigma certification or other process optimization training
Experience in problem analysis, process engineering, or operational excellence in an insurance or healthcare technology environment
Experience generating executive-level metrics, KPIs, and trend reports regarding portfolio performance
Interview Process: As part of our hiring process, we will utilize an interview technology called HireVue, which allows us to efficiently connect and gather essential information from you about your relevant skills and experiences on your schedule. Home Work Requirements: To enable effective work for Home or Hybrid employees, a self-provided internet service with at least 25 Mbps download speed and 10 Mbps upload speed is required. Wireless, wired cable, or DSL connections are preferred, while satellite, cellular, or microwave connections need prior leadership approval. If you reside and work from home in California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota, you will receive a bi-weekly stipend for your internet costs. Humana will supply Home or Hybrid employees with appropriate telephone equipment for business needs. Employees are expected to have a dedicated workspace free from distractions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information. This position is #LI-Remote. Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices may be necessary for training or meetings. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation Range: The compensation range provided below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for a full-time (40 hours/week) position at the time of posting. Actual pay may vary based on geographic location and individual qualifications. $106,900 - $147,000 annually This position is eligible for a bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance. Benefits Overview: Humana, Inc. and its subsidiaries offer competitive benefits supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, time off (including paid time off, holidays, and volunteer time), short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and more. Application Deadline: 02-19-2026 About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is dedicated to putting health first for our teammates, customers, and the company. Through our insurance and healthcare services, we strive to make it easier for millions to achieve their best health, delivering needed care and services promptly. Our actions lead to improved quality of life for individuals and communities. Equal Opportunity Employer: Humana is committed to non-discrimination in its hiring and employment practices. We prioritize employment decisions based on valid job requirements and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We also support individuals with disabilities and protected veteran status. Humana complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and provides free language interpretation services.