Business Systems Analyst, Consulting Manager

Business Systems Analyst, Consulting Manager

About the Role

As a Business Systems Analyst, you will make an impact by bridging Talent Acquisition and IT, driving the adoption and optimization of technology solutions that power our recruiting and HR processes. You will be a valued member of the Talent Acquisition Technology team and work collaboratively with HR, IT, and cross-functional stakeholders.

In this role, you will:

Business requirements and analysis:

• Partner with Recruiting teams to gather, analyze, and document business requirements for new features, enhancements, and system changes.
• Evaluate information from multiple sources, reconcile conflicts, and break down high-level information into detailed requirements.
• Recommend process improvements and innovative solutions to address business needs and enhance overall efficiency.

System implementation and maintenance:

• Manage the system development life cycle from design through implementation for small to medium-scale projects.
• Configure and troubleshoot system modules to ensure they meet business requirements and improve workflow.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of HR systems and applications software, including system upgrades, patches, and enhancements.

Testing and quality assurance:

• Coordinate and perform system testing, including writing and executing test cases.
• Facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT) and document results to ensure that all requirements are met.

Data management and reporting:

• Create and maintain standard and ad-hoc reports and dashboards using various business intelligence tools.
• Ensure data integrity and security by performing regular audits and validation checks.
• Troubleshoot data-related issues and develop solutions to maintain data accuracy.

Technical support and training:

• Provide day-to-day operational support and serve as a subject-matter expert for HR system issues.
• Provide end-user training and create supporting documentation, such as user guides and process maps.
• Provide escalation support, resolving complex issues by leveraging internal resources and external vendors as needed.

Work Model:

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

What you must have to be considered:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Recruiting Technology Analyst or similar role, with hands-on expertise in supporting recruiting technology applications and systems.
• Strong knowledge of HR systems (HRIS) such as iCIMS, Workday, Taleo, Avature, SuccessFactors, or similar platforms.
• Demonstrated ability in requirements gathering, process mapping, and technical documentation.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, payroll, and finance, to ensure seamless system integrations.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with a high level of integrity for handling confidential and sensitive employee data.

These will help you succeed:

• Experience with system integrations involving payroll, finance, or other HR-related platforms.
• Familiarity with business intelligence tools for reporting and dashboard creation.
• Ability to recommend process improvements and innovative solutions to enhance efficiency.
• Experience providing end-user training and creating user documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to resolve complex technical issues.

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:

Applicants will be accepted until October 15th, 2025

The annual salary for this position is between $110,000 - $129,500 depending on experience and other qualification of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits:
Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• 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