Business Analyst
About The Company Cognizant is a leading global professional services company that specializes in digital, technology, consulting, and operations services. With a strong focus on innovation and client-centric solutions, Cognizant partners with organizations across various industries to transform their business operations and accelerate growth. Known for its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability, Cognizant continuously invests in cutting-edge technology and talent to deliver exceptional value to its clients worldwide.
About The Role We are seeking a highly skilled Business Analyst specializing in IT Systems & Solution Architecture within the Public Pension Domain. This full-time, remote position offers an exciting opportunity to support digital transformation initiatives tailored to public pension systems. The successful candidate will serve as a vital bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams, translating complex business needs into effective technology solutions. Your expertise will ensure that pension administration systems comply with regulatory standards, enhance operational efficiency, and improve member services. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including actuarial, finance, member services, and IT, leading workshops, evaluating existing systems, and supporting implementation efforts. Your role will be crucial in designing end-to-end solutions that integrate legacy systems with modern platforms, ensuring data security and regulatory compliance are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field
- 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst in public pension-related projects
- Strong understanding of IT systems, databases, APIs, and enterprise architecture principles
- Experience with pension administration systems (PAS), including eligibility, contributions, benefits, and actuarial data
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements in public pension programs
- Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Proficiency in tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Visio, and SQL
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business requirements related to pension administration systems
- Translate business needs into functional and technical specifications for IT teams
- Architect end-to-end solutions aligned with public pension regulations, data security standards, and legacy system integration
- Lead workshops and working sessions with cross-functional teams including actuarial, finance, member services, and IT
- Evaluate existing systems and recommend enhancements or replacements to improve efficiency and compliance
- Support RFP processes, vendor evaluations, and implementation planning
- Develop use cases, process flows, and data models to support solution design
- Ensure traceability of requirements throughout the project lifecycle
- Assist in testing, validation, and user training during system rollouts
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Paid holidays and Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan with company contributions
- Long-term and Short-term Disability coverage
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Discretionary annual incentive program based on performance
Equal Opportunity
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. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual can thrive.