Sales and Contracting Development Program - Network Contracting Analyst Track

The Cigna Group Sales and Contracting Development Program

Network Contracting Analyst

Start Date July 13, 2026

Hiring Cigna Network Offices:Bloomfield, CT; Franklin, TN; Walnut Creek, CA; Overland Park, KS; Charlotte, NC; Glendale, CA; Denver, CO

Work Style:Hybrid (3 days in-office/week)

Join a Team That Believes in What We Do

We're seeking curious, driven individuals who are eager to learn, grow, and lead.

This is a great opportunity for those early in their careers who are excited to apply their academic knowledge in a real-world setting with a Fortune 500 health services leader.

This role is designed to support your transition from academia to industry.

At The Cigna Group, we're passionate about delivering customer-focused healthcare solutions.

Our Sales and Contracting Development Program (SCDP) is an onboarding and training program for early-career professionals.

Network Track Experience

Associates of SCDP's Network Track will build the skills needed to succeed in provider contracting and healthcare network development.

As a Network Contractor you will help shape the future of healthcare delivery through provider partnerships and strategic contracting.

Associates will engage in a mix of virtual and in-person learning, including training sessions, fieldwork, mentoring, and coaching.

The curriculum covers The Cigna Group and Cigna Healthcare, the insurance industry, and role-specific training.

You'll participate in interactive sessions led by facilitators and subject matter experts, with potential for in-person collaboration and coaching.

Field experiences will be hosted virtually or in your assigned market, allowing you to apply program concepts in real-world settings alongside your local team.

Post-Program Career Path

After completing the program, Network Track Associates begin their careers as Network Contractors, supporting their assigned markets.

In this role, you'll work directly with local healthcare providers-physicians, hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities-to help deliver high-quality, cost-effective healthcare.

You'll review and negotiate contracts, initiate new agreements, and contribute to building strong healthcare provider networks.

As a Network Contracting Analyst, you will:


* Establish, develop, and maintain relationships with healthcare providers (physicians, hospitals, clinics, and other facilities) to support local market strategy


* Understand the competitive landscape and interrelationships of providers in your geographic area


* Support strategic network development, including identifying opportunities for greater value-orientation


* Participate in contract negotiations with current and prospective providers


* Collaborate cross-functionally with teams such as Claims Operations, Medical Management, Legal, Medical Economics, Compliance, Sales, Marketing, and Provider Relations

Minimum Program Qualifications


* Currently enrolled as a senior or a recent graduate fro...