• Consulting Principal- Energy- Global Consulting

    Cognizant (Houston, TX)


    Consulting Principal- Energy- Global Consulting

     

    Location- Huston, Tx

     

    About Cognizant Consulting

     

    Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice—we’re a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients.

     

    About the Role

     

    As a Consulting Principal – Associate Director, you will play a pivotal domain consulting role in leading strategic transformation initiatives for client’s Application Development and Maintenance (ADM) programs. You will collaborate closely with senior executives, cross-functional teams, and multi-supplier partners to drive impactful change within the organization.

    What You Must Have to Be Considered

    • Extensive experience (15+ years) in consulting within the Oil & Gas sector, with a strong record of success in large-scale transformation programs.

    • Proven ability to manage geographically distributed teams and complex projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

    • Deep understanding of the Oil & Gas value chain, including upstream, midstream, and downstream operations.

    • Experience working with senior stakeholders and fostering collaboration across business consulting and operational functions.

    • Expertise in managing Experience Level Agreements (XLAs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to deliver superior client outcomes.

    • Champion of AI-driven strategies to optimise delivery and accelerate transformation initiatives.

    In this Role, You Will:

    • Lead the design and implementation of operating models and governance frameworks for ADM programs.

    • Drive AMS (Application Management Services) optimization and champion AI-first delivery strategies.

    • Oversee multi-supplier ecosystems, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory standards.

    • Manage Experience Level Agreements (XLAs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to deliver superior client outcomes.

    • Collaborate with senior executives and cross-functional teams to foster innovation and continuous improvement.

    • Utilize automation, DevSecOps, SRE, and observability tools to enhance operational efficiency.

    • Ensure compliance with safety-critical and regulated environments within the Oil & Gas sector.

    Benefits

    • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance

    • 401(k) plan and contributions

    • Employee stock purchase plan

    • Employee assistance program

    • 10 paid holidays plus PTO

    • Paid parental leave and fertility assistance

    • Learning and development certifications and programs

     

    Work Model

     

    This is a hybrid position requiring 3-4 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Houston, TX. We support a healthy work-life balance through various wellbeing programs.

     

    Application Instructions

     

    Applications will be accepted until 02/28/2026. Submit your resume and cover letter through the Cognizant career portal. For reasonable accommodation requests, email [email protected].

     

    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.