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Senior Consulting Manager- Business Intelligence and Project Delivery Lead- Communications Media & Technology Consulting

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Senior Consulting Manager- Lead Business Intelligence & Systems Engineer

Location: Middletown, NJ (Hybrid)

About Cognizant Consulting

Cognizant Consulting is a high-performing organization continually expanding our client base and increasingly recommended by analysts such as Forrester and Gartner. As we continue to grow, we are seeking exceptional consultants to help our clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses.

As a member of Cognizant Consulting, you will work alongside industry experts and technology leaders to help clients navigate complex business and technology transformations. Our consultants combine deep industry expertise, strategic thinking, and technology excellence to deliver measurable business outcomes.

About the Role

Cognizant Consulting is seeking a Lead Business Intelligence & Systems Engineer to drive enterprise reporting, analytics delivery, and production support initiatives for large-scale business and technology transformation programs. This role requires a seasoned delivery leader with deep expertise in Business Intelligence architecture, Agile/SAFe execution, production support management, and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate will lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise analytics and reporting solutions, oversee production support operations, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure successful execution of strategic initiatives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead enterprise Business Intelligence and reporting initiatives, ensuring delivery aligns with business priorities and strategic objectives.
  • Own end-to-end project delivery including requirements gathering, estimation, solution architecture, development, testing, deployment, change management, and post-production stabilization.
  • Facilitate Agile and SAFe ceremonies, including daily standups, sprint planning, backlog refinement, retrospectives, PI planning, and ART coordination.
  • Collaborate with Product Owners, architects, developers, QA teams, security teams, operations teams, and external vendors to drive successful outcomes.
  • Manage cross-functional dependencies, risks, issues, and escalations across multiple workstreams.
  • Maintain RAID logs, delivery metrics, release readiness indicators, and executive status reporting using Jira, Jira Align, and related tools.
  • Drive vulnerability remediation, governance compliance, audit readiness, and change control processes.
  • Oversee production support operations, including incident triage, root cause analysis, problem management, and continuous service improvement initiatives.
  • Architect and deliver scalable Business Intelligence solutions leveraging platforms such as Power BI, Tableau, MicroStrategy, and SAP Business Objects.
  • Validate and optimize data solutions using advanced SQL and performance tuning techniques.
  • Identify opportunities to improve reporting capabilities, operational efficiency, system reliability, and user experience.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 15+ years of experience in Business Intelligence architecture, systems engineering, analytics delivery, or related technology leadership roles.
  • Deep hands-on experience with Business Intelligence platforms including Power BI, Tableau, MicroStrategy, SAP Business Objects, or similar technologies.
  • Strong experience with data warehousing, data modeling, ETL processes, and enterprise reporting ecosystems.
  • Experience working with ETL technologies such as Informatica, SAP Data Services, or comparable platforms.
  • Strong knowledge of Oracle, SQL Server, Teradata, NoSQL, and other enterprise database technologies.
  • Advanced SQL and PL/SQL expertise for data validation, optimization, and troubleshooting.
  • Experience leading Agile delivery teams within a SAFe framework.
  • Proven experience managing production support environments, incident management processes, root cause analysis, and service-level commitments.
  • Strong communication, stakeholder management, and executive presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Consulting experience supporting large-scale enterprise transformation initiatives.
  • Experience managing complex delivery programs within highly regulated environments.
  • Demonstrated expertise in release management, operational excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Experience working with distributed teams across multiple geographic locations.

Preferred Certifications

  • Certified SAFe® Agilist (SA) certification.
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification.
  • SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager certification.
  • Relevant Business Intelligence or cloud technology certifications.

Work Model

Hybrid: This position follows a hybrid work model requiring associates to work from the office or client site approximately 2-3 days per week, with flexibility to work remotely for the remainder of the week, subject to business and client requirements.

Why Choose Cognizant?

Joining Cognizant means becoming part of a global organization that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We provide opportunities to work on industry-leading initiatives while helping clients transform their businesses through technology and consulting excellence.

Benefits

Cognizant offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support associates and their families, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Health savings and flexible spending accounts
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company offerings
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Learning and development programs
  • Well-being and employee recognition initiatives

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is expected to be between $130,000 - $149,000 USD, depending on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other relevant factors.

In addition to base salary, associates may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and participation in Cognizant's benefit programs, subject to plan terms and company policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted until November 6, 2026. Cognizant reserves the right to modify or close this posting at any time based on business needs.

About Cognizant: 
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

Additional employment information
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.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. 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 characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Benefits that help you thrive and grow

Our benefits program is built with you in mind—so you can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.

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Financial wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, etc.

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Physical and mental health

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more. 

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Your career, your way

With 350,000+ roles at Cognizant, you’ll have opportunities explore new technologies, industries and locations—and build the skills you need to grow your career.

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Real-world impact

Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

Your path to Cognizant

Here’s what you can expect from our hiring process. Please keep in mind that it may vary by role and location. Explore our FAQs to learn more.

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Step 1: Apply to the right opportunity

Find an open role that matches your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Don’t see the right opportunity? Consider joining our Talent Community.

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Step 2: Connect with your recruiter

If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short intro call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills match the role.

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Step 3: Show off your skills

If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll interview with our hiring team. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.

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Step 4: Decision time

Our team will then review each candidates’ potential to succeed in the role. This step may take some time because we want to find the right fit for both you and us—but you can count on us to keep you updated.

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