Assistant Vice President – Business Foundation Services Head & AI, Cloud & Infrastructure Services Sales Leader
Leading at Cognizant
This is a Leadership role at Cognizant. We believe how you lead is as important as what you deliver. Cognizant leaders at every level drive our business strategy and inspire teams around our future, live the leadership behaviors, uphold our values in every action and decision, and nurture our people and culture.
At Cognizant, leadership transcends titles and is embodied in actions and behaviors. We empower our leaders at every level to drive business strategy, inspire teams, uphold our values, and foster a high‑performance culture.
About the role
As an Assistant Vice President – Business Foundation Services Head & AI, Cloud & Infrastructure Services Sales, you will make an impact by leading global sales strategy and execution across cloud, infrastructure, and business foundation services. You will be a valued member of the CIS leadership team and work collaboratively with sales, delivery, solutioning, alliances, and executive leadership to drive sustainable growth and market expansion.
In this role, you will:
- Drive industry‑leading revenue growth across Cloud Services.
- Serve as Head of the Business Foundation Services (BFS) Practice for CIS, with accountability for growth and execution.
- Lead offerings and go‑to‑market execution with key AI partners.
- Create and position differentiated CIS offerings in the AI‑for‑Infrastructure space.
- Lead global sales strategy and execution for cloud, infrastructure, and business foundation services, driving revenue growth and market expansion.
- Develop and execute differentiated go‑to‑market strategies aligned with Cognizant’s growth objectives.
- Build, mentor, and lead high‑performing sales teams, fostering accountability, collaboration, and results.
- Partner closely with delivery, solutioning, and alliance teams to design and sell complex, outcome‑driven solutions.
- Engage with executive‑level stakeholders to position Cognizant as a strategic partner for large‑scale technology transformation initiatives.
Consistently demonstrate the Cognizant Way to Lead, operating with Personal Leadership, Organizational Leadership, and Business Leadership.
What you need to have to be considered
- Extensive experience leading enterprise or global sales organizations within cloud, infrastructure, or managed services.
- Proven success driving large‑scale revenue growth and managing complex sales cycles.
- Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior decision‑makers.
- Deep understanding of cloud platforms, infrastructure services, and enterprise IT transformation.
- Demonstrated embodiment of the Cognizant Way to Lead: Leading Self, Leading Others, and Leading the Business.
Embodiment of Cognizant’s Values of: Work as One, Dare to Innovate, Raise the Bar, Do the Right Thing, and Own It.
These will help you succeed
- Experience operating in global, matrixed organizations.
- Strong financial acumen and experience managing large revenue portfolios.
- Ability to operate effectively in ambiguity and fast‑changing market environments.
- Experience partnering with hyperscalers and technology ecosystem providers.
Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this position may be remote, hybrid, or onsite within the United States. Regardless of working arrangement, Cognizant supports a healthy work‑life balance through various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on business and project requirements.
Work Authorization
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
Pay Transparency
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until May 22nd, 2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $130,000 – $220,000 depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, 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
Disclaimer:
The salary, other compensation, and benefits 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.
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 (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge 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, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
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.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] for roles based in the Americas or [email protected] for roles based in India.
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.