Release Manager Location: Anywhere in United States, remote We are looking for an experienced Project Manager- Release and Change Management for an immediate need. This is a client-facing role & the candidate will have regular interactions with various client managers. Roles and Responsibilities: * Hands on experience in SCM, Release and Change Management Areas and Domain knowledgeable in Health Care, Insurance & Life Sciences. * Demonstrable experience with Release Management in ServiceNow, including packaging releases at the end of each sprint, publishing release notes detailing content of each release package, and preparing and using production release checklists. * Experience in evaluating all requests proposing change to established and supported platforms, identifying, analyzing and documenting potential risks or issues. * Liaise with business and 3rd party vendors to capture, analyze and document requested changes against these platforms including the actions that will be taken to mitigate the risks identified. * Execute, control and manage a schedule of planned releases to pre-production and production environments * Ensure Release Management processes are developed further, continuously. Desired Skills: * Expert in ITIL Knowledge * Certification, SCM, SDLC * Expert knowledge of Agile development methodologies * Significant release management experience in an Agile SDLC environment * Hands on experience on Domain HC knowledge, Release and configuration management, Tools, and deployment process. * Able to handle team, issues, mitigate risks and provide metrics * Applications will be accepted until 10/23/24 Salary and Other Compensation: * The annual salary for this position is [$79,000 to $110,000] depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. * This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, 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 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. Why Cognizant? * Collaborate with a community of experts to enhance and expand your skills. * Join a team where global culture adopts diversity of thought and background. * Find balance with our hybrid model that prioritizes your health, safety and well-being. * Opportunity to work for leading global companies while advancing your career. 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 (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) is one of the world's leading professional services companies, helping organizations modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they stay ahead in a fast-changing world. 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.