FinOps Architect, Senior Manager Consulting

FinOps Senior Manager Consultant
Technology Modernization

COGNIZANT CONSULTING

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 is ranked 195 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.

Within Cognizant is Cognizant Consulting a global consulting organization delivering strategic and domain consulting through industry and technology expertise. With over 6000 consultants worldwide Cognizant offers high-value consulting services that improve business performance and operational productivity lower operational expenses and enhance overall performance. Clients draw upon our deep industry expertise program and change management capabilities and analytical objectivity to help improve business productivity drive technology-enabled business transformation and increase shareholder value. We provide a number of Business/IT Consulting Services including Business Strategy IT Strategy & Roadmap Development Process Re-Engineering & Transformation Enterprise Architecture & Technology Selection and Domain Solutions. The Cognizant Consulting team is a high performing organization that is continually expanding our client base and is increasingly being recommended by analysts such as Forrester and Gartner. And we’re growing!

THE ROLE

We are seeking a talented and experienced FinOps Senior Manager Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in finance operations and cloud computing with a focus on optimizing costs and improving financial efficiency within cloud environments. As a FinOps Senior Manager Consultant you will work closely with clients to analyze their cloud spending identify areas for optimization and implement strategies to achieve cost savings while maintaining operational excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' cloud spending patterns and cost structures.
• Develop and implement FinOps strategies to optimize cloud spending including budgeting forecasting and cost allocation methodologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Analyze billing data and usage metrics to identify trends anomalies and areas for optimization.
• Provide recommendations and guidance to clients on best practices for cost management and optimization.
• Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts to track cloud spending and cost-saving initiatives.
• Work with cloud service providers to leverage cost management tools and negotiate favorable pricing agreements.
• Provide training and support to client teams on FinOps principles and best practices.
• Stay current on industry trends tools and technologies related to cloud cost management and FinOps practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance FinOps processes and methodologies.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration or a related field. Advanced degree or certification (e.g. MBA CPA CFA) is a plus.
• Proven experience in financial analysis budgeting and cost management preferably in a cloud computing environment.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS Azure or Google Cloud Platform including their pricing models and services.
• Experience with FinOps frameworks and methodologies such as the Cloud Financial Management Framework (CFMF) or the FinOps Foundation's Six Core Principles.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques with experience using tools like Excel SQL or cloud-native analytics platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically about complex financial and operational challenges.
• Self-motivated and proactive with a passion for driving results and delivering value to clients.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience working in a consulting or advisory role is preferred

FinOps Certifications:
• FinOps certification (e.g. FinOps Certified Practitioner – FOCP) or comparable a plus
• Candidates will be required to certify in FinOps related certifications and badges within a reasonable time after hiring.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship (H-1B L-1B L-1A etc.)

SALARY AND COMPENSATION

Applications will be accepted until 1.7.2025

The annual salary for this position is between $122400 – $194000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for 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

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.