Remote AWS Cloud Transformation Lead

Cognizant; Carson City (NV); Remote; USD 119,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401(k) plan and contribution

Discretionary annual incentive program

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking an AWS Cloud Program Manager to lead enterprise cloud transformation across architecture, migration, security, DevOps and operations. This remote-friendly role requires strong delivery leadership, governance, and cross-functional collaboration to drive successful outcomes.

Qualifications include 15+ years IT experience with cloud programs and preferred AWS certifications. Eligible for Cognizant’s incentive program; visa sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• 15+ years IT experience with cloud/migration programs.
• Healthcare/regulated industry transformation experience preferred.
• Preferred AWS certifications: AWS SA-Pro, AWS DevOps-Pro, PMP/SAFe.

Responsibilities

• Lead AWS cloud transformation across multiple workstreams.
• Own planning, RAID, milestones, governance cadence, and exec updates.
• Coordinate programs, remove blockers, maintain delivery momentum.
• Align delivery with AWS standards, security, and business goals.
• Prepare status updates and steering committee materials.
• Promote disciplined delivery and continuous improvement.

Skills

AWS cloud concepts

Leadership of programs

Stakeholder management

Governance & reporting

Tools

Enterprise reporting tools

Job description

Cognizant is seeking an AWS Cloud Program Manager to lead enterprise cloud transformation across architecture, migration, security, DevOps and operations. This remote-friendly role requires strong delivery leadership, governance, and cross-functional collaboration to drive successful outcomes.

Qualifications include 15+ years IT experience with cloud programs and preferred AWS certifications. Eligible for Cognizant’s incentive program; visa sponsorship is not offered.