Consultant Incubator (COIN) Analyst

Cognizant • Washington, DC • 1h ago

About Cognizant Consulting

Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant's consulting practice, we're a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we're looking for our next colleague who'll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you?

About the role

As a COIN Analyst, you will make an impact by delivering immediate value to clients, helping assess their business and technology challenges and delivering innovative solutions as part of a project-based team. You will be a valued member of the Co nsultant In cubator (COIN) team and work collaboratively with consultants, business partners, subject matter experts, and clients.

With a structured promotional path, COIN Analysts facilitate the requirements analysis process, develop strong working relationships with business partners, and build domain expertise across Cognizant Consulting. Additionally, COIN Analysts will continue to hone personal career skills, learning from a wide variety of subject matter experts and an award-winning learning and development program. At the conclusion of the program, you will specialize as a Senior Consultant, in a role that aligns with your interests and career aspirations, where you will be prepared to handle a variety of business opportunities and lead teams.

In this role, you will

Facilitate working sessions with clients and support the requirements analysis process to develop client deliverables.

Work collaboratively within teams using company accelerators and methodologies to present and implement strategic and technology solutions.

Research industry initiatives and market/industry trends, identify and respond to client opportunities, and draw conclusions from client issues.

Contribute to the research, design, and writing of articles/whitepapers and participate as a team member in collateral development.

Support business development and go-to-market activities, including gathering best practices for RFI/RFP responses and helping write proposals.

Work model

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role's business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 2-3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Plano, TX or Atlanta, GA.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you must have to be considered

Bachelor's degree in Business (Finance, Economics, Operations Management), Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering.

Ability to grasp business needs and assess impacts to complex business operations and systems.

Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication, with proven capabilities in teamwork and leadership.

Willingness to relocate to Plano, TX or Atlanta, GA; while we attempt to honor candidate location preferences, business need and position availability will determine final location assignment.

These will help you succeed

A strong interest in technology and digital modernization.

Self-motivated, with a strong work ethic and dedication to client service excellence.

Ability to work as part of a cross-cultural team, including flexibility to support multiple time zones when necessary.

Solid GenAI and Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Access, and Project.

A diverse background that brings varied perspectives and new ways of thinking.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Salary and Other Compensation

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

The annual salary for this position is between $70,000 - $80,000 depending on the 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

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

Start Date

COIN Consultants will start in the Summer 2027 . Exact start dates will be communicated with enough time for you to plan effectively.

Cognizant is always looking for top talent. We are searching for candidates to fill future needs within the business. This job posting represents potential future employment opportunities with Cognizant. Although the position is not currently available, we want to provide you with the opportunity to express your interest in future employment opportunities with Cognizant. If a job opportunity that you may be qualified for becomes available in the future, we will notify you. At that time you can determine whether you would like to apply for the specific open position. Thank you for your interest in Cognizant career opportunities.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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