Associate Consultant – Data Center & Cloud bei Frost & Sullivan
Frost & Sullivan · East Mumbai, Indien · Onsite
- Professional
- Optionales Büro in East Mumbai
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Consultant / Consultant specializing in Data Center and Cloud Infrastructure to join our ICT consulting practice. The selected candidate will play a critical role in supporting strategic research and consulting assignments focused on data centers, cloud computing, hyperscaler ecosystems, and enterprise cloud transformation.
The role requires strong analytical ability, structured problem-solving, and excellent communication skills for client-facing engagements — including opportunities to interact with and present findings to CXOs, technology leaders, and policymakers.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct market research, competitive benchmarking, and data modeling across data center and cloud domains (colocation, edge, hyperscale, private/public/hybrid cloud).
- Analyze industry trends, business models, demand drivers, and investment opportunities in infrastructure and cloud markets.
- Develop strategic recommendations for clients on topics such as data center capacity planning, site selection, cloud adoption strategy, and sustainability initiatives.
- Prepare high-quality consulting deliverables – market assessment reports, financial/market models, client presentations, proposals, and strategic roadmaps.
- Engage directly with CXOs, industry stakeholders, investors, and regulators through interviews, workshops, and strategy sessions.
- Support business development efforts through preparation of proposals, thought leadership reports, and market intelligence decks.
- Ensure project timelines and deliverable quality standards are consistently met while coordinating with cross-functional global teams.
- Contribute to Frost & Sullivan’s research thought leadership in data center and cloud transformation domains.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology; MBA / Postgraduate preferred.
- 2–3 years of professional experience in research, consulting, or advisory services within the ICT or technology infrastructure space.
- Demonstrated expertise in Data Center and Cloud ecosystems, including:
- Data center infrastructure, colocation, and hyperscale facilities.
- Cloud computing models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and hybrid cloud strategies.
- Cloud service providers (AWS, Azure, GCP, Oracle Cloud, etc.) and local data center players.
- Strong skills in quantitative and qualitative analysis and market sizing
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced modeling) and PowerPoint (executive-level presentations).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills – able to present complex insights clearly to senior executives.
- Solid project management and stakeholder coordination abilities.
Preferred Skills & Competencies
- Knowledge of related ICT segments such as edge computing, virtualization, sustainability in data centers (green DC), and AI-ready infrastructure.
- Experience in forecasting, techno-economic analysis for data center / cloud projects.
- Prior experience working with consulting firms, cloud providers, or strategy teams in technology infrastructure.
- Passion for emerging technologies (AI, HPC, IoT, 5G) and how they influence data center and cloud growth.
- Team-oriented mindset with ability to work in multicultural, fast-paced environments.
What This Role Offers
- High-impact exposure to strategy and consulting projects in Data Center and Cloud infrastructure domains across India and global markets.
- Opportunities to work directly with CXOs and technology leaders, and to present insights and strategic recommendations at executive briefings and board-level meetings.
- A chance to contribute to national digital transformation and infrastructure strategies through Frost & Sullivan’s consulting engagements.
- Professional growth through structured mentorship, global best-practice exposure, and participation in high-visibility ICT projects.
- A dynamic, innovation-driven culture that values curiosity, accountability, and continuous learning.
- Competitive compensation and performance-based rewards aligned with consulting industry standards.
What will make you succeed at Frost & Sullivan?..
You need to be-
- Wildly curious and entrepreneurial
- Committed to customer success
- A self-starter invested in your future
- A persuasive communicator
- Deeply Analytical
- Excited about Disruptive Trends
Benefits
- A friendly work environment with an ‘open door’ policy
- A strong career path with growth opportunities.
- Be part of a global team that strives for excellence, and fosters an Olympic spirit
- Feed your intellectual curiosity by collaborating across all levels of the company across the globe
- Global Recognition - President’s Club & Chairman’s Club Awards
- Continuous learning and coaching
- Flexible work policy
- Attractive Medical and Accident insurance?
About Frost & Sullivan
Frost & Sullivan, the Transformational Growth Journey Company, has spent more than 60 years partnering with clients to develop transformational growth strategies by focusing on innovation and growth opportunities driven by disruptive technologies, mega trends, emerging markets and new business models. Today, more than ever before, companies must innovate, not only to survive, but thrive in the future. Our Growth Pipeline Management (GPM) system supports clients by identifying and evaluating new growth opportunities and serves as the foundation for continuous growth. This is your opportunity to be part of a revolutionary global team that truly inspires positive global changes by innovating to zero. Learn more about Frost & Sullivan at www.frost.com
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