What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Consultant – Business Analyst - BFS position at Cognizant?
About Cognizant Consulting
Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice—we’re a global community of experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. We deliver innovative solutions that improve efficiency, productivity, and strategic outcomes for enterprise clients.
About The Role
As a Senior Consultant – Business Analyst - BFS, you will lead business analysis efforts across transformation initiatives, enabling data-driven decision-making and operational improvements. You will act as a bridge between business stakeholders and technology teams to deliver scalable and effective solutions.
In this Role, You Will
Hybrid position based in Washington, DC, requiring time in a client or Cognizant office fpr 3 to 4 days in office depending on project needs.
What You Must Have to Be Considered
Base salary range : $86,500 – $101,500 annually, depending on experience, skills, and location. Eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program subject to applicable plan terms.
Benefits
Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice—we’re a global community of experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. We deliver innovative solutions that improve efficiency, productivity, and strategic outcomes for enterprise clients.
About The Role
As a Senior Consultant – Business Analyst - BFS, you will lead business analysis efforts across transformation initiatives, enabling data-driven decision-making and operational improvements. You will act as a bridge between business stakeholders and technology teams to deliver scalable and effective solutions.
In this Role, You Will
- Lead requirements gathering and translate business needs into functional specifications and user stories.
- Analyze business processes, KPIs, and workflows to identify optimization opportunities.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful delivery outcomes.
- Drive data analysis and reporting to uncover trends and actionable insights.
- Support Agile delivery processes including backlog refinement and sprint planning.
- Facilitate stakeholder workshops, meetings, and presentations.
- Validate solutions through testing and ensure alignment with business requirements.
- Identify automation opportunities and recommend technology-enabled solutions.
- Maintain documentation for traceability, governance, and knowledge management.
Hybrid position based in Washington, DC, requiring time in a client or Cognizant office fpr 3 to 4 days in office depending on project needs.
What You Must Have to Be Considered
- Experience as a Business Analyst with consulting or leadership exposure.
- Strong expertise in requirements gathering and documentation (BRD/FRD).
- Experience analyzing business processes and operational KPIs.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working with business and technology stakeholders.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Experience in consulting or transformation programs.
- Familiarity with data visualization and reporting tools.
- Experience with automation and process optimization initiatives.
- Ability to work in fast-paced and complex environments.
Base salary range : $86,500 – $101,500 annually, depending on experience, skills, and location. Eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program subject to applicable plan terms.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) plan with company contributions
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Employee assistance program
- 15 Paid holidays plus PTO
- Paid parental leave and family-support programs
- Learning and development programs and certifications
Salary : $86,500 - $101,500