Cognizant Technology Solutions - Melbourne, VICITSource: uWorkinJOB DESCRIPTIONDescriptionCognizant ConsultingAustralia, US, or UKABOUT USCognizant 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. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we're improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.COGNIZANT CONSULTINGWithin Cognizant is Cognizant Consulting, a global consulting organization delivering strategic and domain consulting through industry and technology expertise. With over 6,000 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 increasingly being recommended by analysts such as Forrester and Gartner. And we're growing!ROLE RESPONSIBILITIESThe Assistant Vice President, Consulting Lead CTO will be responsible for the following:Acting as a member on one of our biggest client's CIO Leadership team, representing CognizantProviding strategy and direction to clients on their technology transformationLead the technology strategy, architecture and approach for the Cognizant engineering teams servicing clientsBring thought leadership and best practices on telecommunications and technology trends to the client and Cognizant to drive innovation and valueDeep understanding and knowledge of the Telecommunications industryAbility to work and speak with C-level executives and walk them through their vision, solution discovery, sales design, and executive programsQUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:20+ years of experience in the technology services industry with the last 10+ years in the Telecommunications industry focusing on architecting next generation solutions and products for Fortune 100 clientsHas acted/performed the role of a CTO (or similar) and has deep experience in software projects and productsStrong strategic advisory and architecture background, with deep knowledge and experience of software productsStrong Telecommunications retail backgroundExecutive presence and communication while able to articulate to all levels of the organizationLEADERSHIP ATTRIBUTES:Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to support C-level stakeholder discussions and relationshipsStrong strategic and business mindsetArticulates the company's mission, vision, and objectives concisely that can speak to clients and employees at all levelsSuperior analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesEDUCATION:BS/BA in Computer Science or IT related field. Master's degree is desired.LOCATION:Australia (highly preferable), US, or UKTravel:Flexibility to travel up to 50% of the time to client sitesThe 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 345,000 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-100: CTSH) is one of the world's leading professional services companies, helping organizations modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they stay ahead in a fast-changing world.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.Promote local employment to your region, community or member organisation with a uWorkin Talent Community. Find out more .#J-18808-Ljbffr
