About Cognizant Consulting

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About the Role

As a Senior Consultant Lead – Core Banking (FIS IBS), you will lead end-to-end client conversions and implementations on the FIS IBS platform. You will translate business and operational requirements into conversion specifications, own data mapping and validation, guide configuration and customization, and ensure readiness through testing, UAT, and go-live.

In This Role, You Will

Lead client discovery & requirements definition sessions.

Determine required IBS configurations and identify risks and dependencies.

Own conversion design & field-level data mapping from source systems to IBS.

Manage mapping iterations, validations, and change control with SMEs.

Develop and execute mock runs, exception reviews, and data validation.

Lead subsystem-to-GL reconciliation and financial accuracy reviews.

Direct readiness reviews, training, scripts, and environment preparation.

Manage UAT planning, scenario coverage, and defect triage.

Configure IBS product sets, parameters, forms, and screens.

Lead cutover, go-live, and post-conversion support/hypercare.

Serve as senior functional point of contact for status, risks, and decisions.

Mentor junior team members and promote best practices.

Maintain traceability across requirements, mapping, testing, and acceptance.

Work Model

This is a hybrid position requiring on-site presence at client or Cognizant locations as needed. Working arrangements may evolve based on project or client needs, and we will always be transparent about expectations.

What You Must Have to Be Considered

8–12+ years in core banking implementations with deep FIS IBS experience.

Proven leadership in data conversions including mapping, balancing, and validation.

Strong understanding of deposits, loans, payments, customer data, and reporting.

Hands-on IBS configuration expertise and defect management skills.

Knowledge of core integrations (GL, digital channels, payments, AML, reporting).

Strong client-facing leadership and stakeholder communication.

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.

Preferred certifications: PMP/Prince2, CBAP, CSPO/SAFe, ITIL.

These Will Help You Succeed

Experience delivering audit-ready conversions.

Strong documentation and traceability discipline.

Executive presence and ability to simplify complexity.

Compensation (Pay Transparency)

Base salary range: $134,500 –$158,500 annually.

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 fertility assistance.

Learning and development programs, certifications, and career development support.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.