Program Director

Roles/Responsibilities:
Architect connectivity solutions leveraging cellular technology to enable business outcomes for our customers.

Present solution recommendations to clients at various levels of their organization.

Identify new use cases that can lead to repeatable solutions across customers.

Share market insights, client requirements and champion new solution strategies with our product team.

Become a subject matter expert in cellular technologies within the Verizon Solutions Architect community.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.

Six or more years of relevant experience

Experience architecting cellular networks for enterprises or government organizations

Experience with CBRS wireless technologies, distributed antenna systems (DAS), small-cell-based in-building systems, private and hybrid network architectures.

Understanding of 3GPP Specifications, specifically Rel-15/16

Broad knowledge of Enterprise networking technologies, including Wi-Fi, software-defined networks and network-embedded security.

Ability to think strategically and analytically and analyze data to make appropriate business decisions or recommendations to shape business strategy.

Experience managing multiple projects under tight timelines and to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, customer and team-oriented work environment.

Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills.

Be results-oriented, with a strong sense of urgency. Be proactive and flexible.

Exact Job Location/Studio/Work Address Primary Location: Irving, TX
Secondary Location: Tampa FL, Basking Bridge NJ, Alpharetta GA

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $156,500k - $195k depending on experience and other qualifications 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
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits 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.

Cognizant is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Cognizant is committed to ensuring that all current and prospective associates are afforded equal opportunities and treatment and a work environment free of harassment.

Cognizant is recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and is a coalition member of the Veteran Jobs Mission. Our Cognizant Veterans Network Assists Veterans in building and growing a career at Cognizant that allows them to demonstrate the leadership, dedication, integrity, and commitment to excellence instilled in them through participation in military service.

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 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. 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 protected characteristic as outlined 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.