IT Strategy Consultant
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Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.
The Role
Do you have a passion for driving meaningful change through
technology? Are you a master of IT strategy and eager to make an
impact on our customers? We're seeking a talented IT Strategy
Consultant to join our team for multi-disciplinary, complex consulting
engagements.
As an IT Strategy Consultant at Kyndryl, you'll
be responsible for delivering value to customers and Kyndryl by
applying deep domain, technology, and industry expertise, consulting
techniques, and cognitive approaches to analyse issues and create
innovative solutions. You'll establish milestones, quality targets,
and manage the work of others while possessing strong communication
skills to articulate the impact and business benefits of your
solutions and manage stakeholder expectations.
In this role,
you will use your experience and knowledge in guiding customers in
their adoption of both major cloud and non-cloud technologies,
including virtualisation and containers. You will advise customers on
technology options and help them make strategic choices and decisions.
Additionally, you will have experience capturing and prioritising
complex requirements and resolving conflicting requirements. But
that's not all – our IT Strategy Consultants have seen how
organisations benefit from change and most importantly, know how to
plan for it – giving our partners and customers the confidence to make
a convincing case for it.
As a trusted and experienced
Consultant, you will be responsible for a vast number of essential
technical components such as analysing the customer's current state,
defining IT Strategy including key outcomes, designing conceptual
solutions, planning and executing design and implementation work (with
support from technical specialists), and accounting for time, cost,
and quality targets. You will also develop IP and own specific assets,
tools, and white papers articulating point of views in a specific
domain, assemble and lead a team of consultants and architects, and
facilitate and capture lessons learned from engagements to update
methodologies and assets.
Lastly, as a transformational
catalyst, you'll spearhead comprehensive modernization programs
encompassing people, culture, process, and technology, revolutionizing
organizations from within. Join us at Kyndryl and redefine the very
essence of IT strategy consultancy.
Your Future at
Kyndryl
As an IT Strategy Consultant at Kyndryl you will join the
Kyndryl Consultant Profession, working with other Kyndryl Consultants,
Architects, Project Managers, and cross-functional Technical Subject
Matter Experts. Whether you want to lead multi-disciplined teams as a
Senior Strategy Consultant or delve into transforming Fortune 500
companies as a Strategy and Transformation Consultant – you’ll have
access to unlimited opportunities with Kyndryl.
Who
You Are
You’re good at what you do and possess the
required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you
have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and
professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who
prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open
and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with
others.
Required Skills and Experience
Consulting experience with an IT professional service “big 4” firm or similar background focused on IT strategy enablement
Knowledge of major cloud technologies including virtualization, containers, networking etc. on different cloud platforms
Subject matter expertise in at least three domains (e.g., cloud computing, IT strategy, infrastructure, IT operations, applications, enterprise architecture, solution architecture, automation, data management, AI/ML, IoT and cloud governance models) to advise on industry-leading solutions
Data modeling and analytical experience using common tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau)
Issue-based analysis determined and structured data to collect, and produced structured conclusions, recommendations, and roadmaps
Knowledge of IT Operating Model and Process Frameworks
Awareness of broad competencies and depth in specific competency areas (IT strategy, enterprise architecture, solution architecture, process reengineering, automation)
Ability to lead/facilitate workshops and interviews, great presentation skills
Understanding of DevSecOps, Agile, Scrum construct to identify inefficiencies through readiness assessments and development of strategies and approaches to optimize the implementation of IT or cloud resources and capabilities
Prospecting and developing relationships as a lead consultant in clients
As an IT transformation company it is important that our team have content not only in consulting but IT. Looking for strength in area's of service management design, FinOps, Cloud, Migration and transformation, core hosting technologies, Digital Workplace or security (at least two).
Preferred Skills and Experience
Experience in the areas of IT and/or cloud technology architecture, service management and/or resiliency
ITSM and ITIL or COBIT certification
Business case skills, ROI, and TCO analysis to validate IT strategy
Experience leading workshops and interviews for discovery and assessment engagements
Preferred Skills and Experience continued
Account Stategy
Analysis Techniques
Assessment
Business Strategies
Change Management and Communications
Co Creation
Consulting
Digital Trasnofrmation Strategy
Go to Market Strategy
Issue based consulting Technique
It Strategy
Methods
Project Management and Planning
Strategy & Management
Transofrmation Strategy
Understanding of customer strategy
workshop design
Being You
Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.
What You
Can Expect
With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.
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IT Strategy Consultant
Kyndryl UK Limited
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