Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.). Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and we are among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.

Practice - AIA - Artificial Intelligence and Analytics

About AI & Analytics: Artificial intelligence (AI) and the data it collects and analyzes will soon sit at the core of all intelligent, human-centric businesses. By decoding customer needs, preferences, and behaviors, our clients can understand exactly what services, products, and experiences their consumers need. Within AI & Analytics, we work to design the future—a future in which trial-and-error business decisions have been replaced by informed choices and data-supported strategies.

By applying AI and data science, we help leading companies to prototype, refine, validate, and scale their AI and analytics products and delivery models. Cognizant’s AIA practice takes insights that are buried in data, and provides businesses a clear way to transform how they source, interpret and consume their information. Our clients need flexible data structures and a streamlined data architecture that quickly turns data resources into informative, meaningful intelligence.

This role demands onsite 5 days a week at Atlanta, GA

We need someone who has experience as a PM managing infrastructure project such as network , data center, collaboration tools , active Directory implementations and rollout. On the application PM side we need someone who has implemented large scale enterprise solutions like Oracle ERP, Salesforce, Service Now and can Project manager all of the integrations with other systems, Drive cross functional collaborations, manage testing, identify and manage risks and issues to resolution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of infrastructure development projects ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Oversee the implementation of Python and BMC Helix Discovery solutions to enhance system performance.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the development team ensuring best practices are followed.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of infrastructure components.
• Monitor project progress identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all project deliverables meet quality standards and are delivered on time.
• Develop and maintain documentation for infrastructure processes and procedures.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback to team members to foster continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Optimize infrastructure performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure the company remains competitive.
• Manage project budgets and resources effectively to maximize efficiency.

Good to Have:

· Project plan creation/tracking/management

· • Managing critical path

· • Tracking dependencies

· • Identifying and mitigating risks

· • Smartsheet (bonus) Preferred experience areas

· • Authentication/Active Directory

· • Microsoft Collaboration Tools

· • Microsoft Email migration

· • PC migration

Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Certifications Required

CERTIFIED PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL (PMP)

Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

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

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