Cognizant · 4 hours ago
Technical Delivery Manager – Infrastructure
Cognizant is a leading provider of IT services and solutions, and they are seeking a Technical Delivery Manager – Infrastructure. This role is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of infrastructure services and projects for onshore clients, requiring strong technical expertise and exceptional project management capabilities.
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Responsibilities
Oversee the delivery of core infrastructure services including servers, storage, networking, cloud, virtualization, and security solutions
Provide hands on technical guidance and ensure adherence to industry best practices, compliance frameworks, and security standards
Drive initiatives focused on automation, standardization, and operational optimization to improve efficiency and quality
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions aligned with client needs and organizational goals
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of infrastructure projects within defined scope, timelines, and budgets
Identify and manage project risks, dependencies, constraints, and change requests effectively
Ensure comprehensive documentation, governance adherence, and timely reporting across all phases of the project lifecycle
Coordinate with cross functional teams to ensure seamless project execution and transition to operations
Serve as the primary point of contact for client stakeholders, ensuring transparency and trust
Build and maintain long term client relationships by consistently delivering high quality services and understanding evolving business needs
Translate client requirements into scalable infrastructure solutions that align with strategic objectives
Manage client expectations, facilitate regular communication, and ensure high levels of satisfaction
Prepare and deliver regular status updates, dashboards, and performance metrics to clients and internal leadership
Ensure adherence to SLAs, KPIs, and contractual deliverables across infrastructure services and projects
Conduct governance reviews, audits, and continuous improvement assessments to maintain service excellence
Lead and mentor both onshore and offshore delivery teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
Oversee resource planning, workload distribution, performance management, and skills development
Encourage innovation, process improvements, and best practice adoption across delivery teams
Act as an escalation point for technical and operational issues, driving timely resolution
Demonstrate hands on involvement in high priority technical and delivery activities when required
Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in infrastructure technologies, delivery methodologies, and operational processes
Provide technical oversight, troubleshoot complex issues, and guide teams through critical incidents or transitions
Qualification
Required
Strong hands‑on expertise across core infrastructure domains (servers, storage, networking, cloud, virtualization, security)
14+ years of experience delivering complex infrastructure projects within scope, timeline, and budget
Solid understanding of ITIL processes, operational governance, and incident/problem/change management
Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships, translate business needs into technical solutions, and drive stakeholder alignment
Leadership experience managing onshore/offshore teams, including coaching, resourcing, and performance management
Proficiency in automation/scripting (PowerShell, Shell, Python) and strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills
Preferred
Certifications such as ITIL, PMP/PRINCE2, and cloud credentials (Azure/AWS/OCI)
Experience with infrastructure automation tools (Terraform, Ansible) and DevOps concepts (CI/CD, containers)
Master's degree or advanced expertise in governance frameworks, security standards, or large‑scale enterprise environments
Benefits
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
Company
Cognizant
Cognizant is a professional services company that helps clients alter their business, operating, and technology models for the digital era.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$0.24MKey Investors
Summit Financial Wealth Advisors
2025-03-08Post Ipo Equity
2016-11-18Post Ipo Equity· $0.24M
1998-06-19IPO
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