About Cognizant Consulting
Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice—we’re a global community of 6,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending deep industry and technology advisory capability, we deliver innovative solutions for Fortune 500 clients. About the Role
As a Business Analyst – Consulting Manager – Banking and Financial Services, you will enable data-driven and technology-led transformation by translating complex business needs into actionable requirements. You will partner with business stakeholders and engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions focused on risk, compliance, and AI-driven initiatives. In this Role, You Will
- Gather and document business and functional requirements using BRDs, FRDs, and user stories.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across risk, compliance, and enterprise programs.
- Translate business needs into structured and actionable requirements.
- Support Agile delivery including backlog grooming and sprint planning.
- Drive process engineering improvements and optimization initiatives.
- Support AI and model documentation for GenAI platforms such as GitHub Copilot, Claude, and OpenAI Codex.
- Contribute to enterprise initiatives including risk-based provisioning and modernization efforts.
- Ensure alignment, traceability, and delivery success across teams. Work Model
This is a remote position open to candidates based in Teaneck, NJ, or Charlotte, NC. Work expectations may vary slightly based on project needs. What You Must Have to Be Considered
- Proven experience as a Business Analyst in consulting or enterprise environments.
- Strong expertise in requirement gathering, BRD/FRD creation, and Agile delivery.
- Experience with AI-enabled developer platforms such as GitHub Copilot or Codex
- Experience in risk, compliance, or security-related initiatives.
- Experience with process engineering and business optimization.
- Familiarity with AI/GenAI concepts and documentation standards.
- Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills. These Will Help You Succeed
- Experience in regulated industries such as banking or financial services.
- Ability to manage ambiguity and fast-paced environments.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills. Compensation (Pay Transparency)
Base salary range $110,000 – $129,500 annually, depending on experience, skills, and location. Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) plan with company contributions
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Employee assistance program
- 17 Paid holidays plus PTO
- Paid parental leave and family-support programs
- Learning and development programs and certifications
