Role Summary
Lead Cognizant’s GIS Transformation Program for the client, driving Esri Utility Network migration, GIS strategy execution, and data modernization on a Microsoft Azure cloud stack. Establish and govern a GIS Center of Excellence (CoE) for standards, workflows, and integrations.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Leadership
- Own end-to-end delivery for GIS initiatives: roadmap, design, build, testing, and deployment.
- Solution Architecture
- Define GIS design standards, symbology, and configuration baselines for ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, and Utility Network.
- Data Migration & Integration
- Oversee migration from ArcFM and Smallworld to Esri UN; manage playback and reconciliation.
- Integrate GIS with ADMS/OMS (Hexagon), EAM (CGI OpenGrid), CIS, and BI/reporting systems.
- Cloud & DevOps
- Operate GIS stack on Azure; enforce DevOps practices using Azure DevOps and Smartsheet.
- Stakeholder Management
- Align GIS roadmap with client business and IT leadership; manage change adoption and governance.
- Quality & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to Cognizant security standards and client compliance requirements.
Must-Have Qualifications
- 12–15+ years in Utilities consulting; 5+ years leading GIS transformation programs.
- Hands-on experience with Esri ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, Utility Network, and Azure cloud.
- Expertise in data migration, network modeling, and integration with OMS/EAM systems.
- Strong knowledge of GIS standards, attribute rules, and network rules.
Preferred Skills
- Prior experience with similar IOUs.
- Familiarity with ArcFM, Smallworld, and Esri UN web services.
- Experience establishing GIS CoE and managing multi-vendor ecosystems.
- Awareness of DER/grid modernization initiatives.
KPIs
- Successful migration to Esri UN across operating companies.
- Reduction in GIS data errors and improved QA/QC throughput.
- Integration performance and compliance with client’s cloud-first strategy.
Tools & Platforms
ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, Utility Network, Azure DevOps, Smartsheet; integrations with Hexagon ADMS/OMS, CGI OpenGrid EAM, CIS, BI.
*Travel: willingness to travel extensively as client needs require.
Required Education & Work Authorization:
Education: Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or master’s strongly preferred.
Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Salary & Compensation:
Salary: Applications will be accepted until February 10th, 2026. The annual salary for this position is between $98,853.00 – $158,500.00 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Incentives: Eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, subject to applicable plan terms.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays plus PTO, 401(k) with company contributions, Short-term/Long-term Disability, Paid Parental Leave, Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Disclaimer: Salary, other compensation, and benefits are accurate as of the date of this posting and may be modified at any time, subject to applicable law.
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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.
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