PMO Support Specialist

About Cognizant Corporate

Cognizant Corporate is a global community united by a shared purpose: to make a meaningful impact. We are committed to excellence and driven by outcomes that matter. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work, and our forward-thinking mindset fuels continuous learning, innovation, and growth.

At Cognizant, careers transcend titles. We empower our people to think strategically, inspire others, and lead with purpose, always guided by our core values.

As a PMO Support Specialist
, you will drive impactful contributions and focus on outcomes. You will be a key member of the Project Management Office, collaborating with Project Managers, finance teams, revenue teams, and customer stakeholders to support project setup, contract management, budgeting, invoicing, and operational excellence. You will have the autonomy to improve processes, drive consistency across project administration activities, and help ensure contractual and financial compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

In this role, you will:

• Support project setup, maintenance, and administration activities in accordance with contractual requirements and organizational standards.
• Review customer contracts, complete contract classifications, and maintain accurate contract documentation.
• Document and maintain customer requirements related to project management, budgeting, invoicing, revenue, and system access.
• Partner with Project Managers to support project changes, contract updates, customer requirements, and operational efficiencies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, knowledge sharing, and process enhancement activities across the PMO function.

• Experience reviewing customer contracts and understanding project budgeting principles.
• Experience working with CRM and/or ERP systems, with Oracle experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to satisfy applicable citizenship requirements for U.S.
  
  -based positions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

• Experience supporting project management, financial administration, or PMO functions.
• Knowledge of revenue recognition principles and project financial controls.
• Experience supporting audits and compliance-related activities.
• Familiarity with project setup, change management, and contract lifecycle management processes.
• Ability to identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.

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.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

Salary and Other Compensation
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Applications will be accepted until October 24, 2026.

The annual salary for this position is between $60,000 - $65,000, 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
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