About the roleAs a
Consulting Manager in Metadata & Data Mapping Analyst, you will make an impact by defining, managing, and governing enterprise metadata and end-to-end source-to-target data mappings across complex banking and risk data ecosystems. You will be a valued member of the team and work collaboratively with Business, Risk, Finance, Data, Technology teams, and external stakeholders.
In this role, you will:
- Lead the development and maintenance of business and technical metadata, including data cataloging, lineage, data dictionaries, and source-to-target mappings
- Create and manage detailed source-to-target mapping (STTM), covering business definitions, data attributes, hierarchies, transformation rules, and aggregation logic
- Support data governance frameworks including data ownership, stewardship, data quality controls, and traceability aligned to BCBS 239 principles
- Collaborate with business and technology teams to translate regulatory, risk, and business requirements into actionable metadata and mapping deliverables, and support impact analysis
- Support delivery, quality assurance, and governance activities including UAT, data validation, audit readiness, and team coordination, while contributing to business development and mentoring team members
Work model - HybridWe believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring time in a client or Cognizant office. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through 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.
What you must have to be considered- 7-10 years of experience in data analysis, metadata management, or data mapping within banking or financial services
- Extensive experience with business-driven source-to-target data mapping in complex data environments
- Strong understanding of data governance concepts and operating models
- Proven experience supporting BCBS 239 compliance and regulatory data programs
- Strong knowledge of Risk, Finance, Regulatory Reporting, or Capital Markets data domains
- Ability to translate complex business and regulatory requirements into structured data artifacts
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage business, data, and technology stakeholders
These will help you succeed- Experience with metadata management and data governance tools (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Alation, Ab Initio)
- Strong SQL skills and experience in data analysis and validation
- Familiarity with data warehousing, ETL/ELT processes, and reporting architecture
- Experience supporting regulatory reporting, stress testing, or risk data aggregation programs
- Experience working in onshore/offshore delivery models
- Strong attention to detail with a data-quality mindset and ability to balance business meaning with technical implementation
- Leadership, mentoring capability, and experience operating in regulated, audit-intensive environments
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Additional employment informationCompensation 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.
