Cognizant is seeking an IT Project Manager to independently handle multiple infrastructure projects (data center migration, cloud migration and transformation, networking projects)

Cognizant is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applications will be accepted till 11/04/2024.

The salary range for this role is between $140,000 to $185,000 depending on experience and qualifications of the candidate. All applicants must have valid work authorization.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off 401(k) plan and contributions Long-term/Short-term Disability Paid Parental Leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The compensation and benefits information are accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law

Responsibilities

End to End Phase/Project Management -

• Manage the program/project from scoping and requirements through deployment for an end-to end

project or specific area of a project (e.g. build or test) in Networking, WAN, Wireless & IT Security domain.

• Proactively manage and monitor execution of deliverables and status in an effective manner

• Understand the fundamental solution being developed/deployed - its business value, blueprint,

how it fits with the overall architecture or business operations, risks, etc.

• Ensure that internal and external project resources with appropriate skill sets are provided

• Escalate issues to management which cannot be resolved at the program/project level

• Ensure resolution of cross segment/team project issues, risks, and/or conflicts

• Manage critical path, dependencies, contingency and assigned team utilization.

• Proactively eliminate critical path roadblocks to help ensure successful delivery of the solution

• Take steps to proactively mitigate project risk as defined/required in project plan.

• Ensure stakeholders clearly understand what risks will or will not be mitigated

• Ensure project members effectively manage dependencies, budgets, and schedule

• Ensure the project stakeholders' expectations are understood and managed

• Report and manage overall project/release status back to the project sponsor and stakeholders

• Take responsibility for end-to-end project delivery, ensuring timely delivery of high quality

project deliverables through effective team communications and focus on quality

• Validate that proper deliverable and phase stage containment is occurring where required, e.g.,

signoffs are scheduled and completed, dependent deliverables are completed, phase plans are

completed and agreed to by project leads before the phase starts

• Manage all change requests, validate all budget/schedule impacts, obtain the stakeholders'

commitment, and communicate approved changes to all teams

• Ensure that all requirements, project plans, and changes to commitment are communicated to all

affected team members

• Manage relationships and coordinate work between different teams at different locations

• Ensure that the project team follows all quality assurance processes, including periodic reviews

and transitions

• Define the overall project scope with the project sponsor and key project/program stakeholders

(e.g., delivery leadership team, solution architects etc.)

• Develop program/project/phase plans and estimates through negotiations with the project

sponsor, key stakeholders, and/or client as required

• Determine needed deliverables, high level approach, project profile, responsible teams, overall

project schedule/timeline, critical path by deliverable, productivity improvements, overall risks

and planning assumptions.

• Drive/evaluate estimates by deliverable and work with teams to optimize and reduce overall

estimates

Qualifications:

· Experience with Networking & Public Cloud offerings Project/Delivery is a plus

· Strong ability to manage projects from conception to successful implementation

· Strong project management skills ability to multitask and manage multiple projects in a cross functional environment

· Experience with Network Automation related development or implementation projects is highly desired

· Excellent client facing and internal communication skills.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Solid org skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills

· Strong working knowledge of MS Office, Project Mgt Prof PMP, PRINCE II certification.

· Interfacing with Executive Management & Writing Executive Summaries.

· Experience in Service ownership / Coordination is a plus

· ITIL Service Management with Certifications is a plus.

· Project Management with Certifications is a plus.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world. We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen. We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right. We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer: 
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.