Role Title: Infra Technology Specialist- VMware & Windows Server Administrator
Experience: 5–6 Years
Location: Halifax, NS (Hybrid)
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Infra Technology Specialist with strong expertise in VMware virtualization platforms and Windows Server environments. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring resilient infrastructure, efficient system operations and secure data management for enterprise clients.
This role requires hands-on experience in infrastructure administration, incident management and cross-functional collaboration to support business-critical services in a hybrid work model.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer VMware virtualization platforms including clusters, hosts, and virtual machines to ensure high availability and reliable infrastructure.
- Manage Windows Server environments including installation, patching, user access management and performance tuning.
- Perform proactive monitoring and maintenance to prevent incidents and ensure minimal service disruption.
- Troubleshoot complex issues across virtualization, storage, and Windows OS layers, ensuring timely resolution.
- Implement and maintain security patches and updates across VMware and Windows environments.
- Document infrastructure configurations, SOPs, and troubleshooting guides for consistent operations.
- Collaborate with application, network and security teams for change planning and implementation.
- Participate in problem management by conducting root cause analysis and recommending improvements.
- Drive automation initiatives to improve efficiency using tools across VMware, Windows, and Amazon S3 environments.
- Engage with global stakeholders for requirement discussions, status updates, and knowledge transfer.
- Identify opportunities for continuous service improvement, cost optimization and enhanced system performance.
Primary Skills (Must Have)
- VMware Administration (vSphere, ESXi, vCenter)
- Windows Server Administration (2016/2019/2022)
- Virtualization concepts and cluster management
- Incident and Problem Management
- System Patching and Security Hardening
- Active Directory & Access Management
- Infrastructure Monitoring and Performance Tuning
- Troubleshooting across OS, virtualization, and storage layers
- Basic knowledge of cloud storage (Amazon S3)
- Strong understanding of ITIL processes
Secondary Skills (Good to Have)
- Automation/Scripting (PowerShell preferred)
- Exposure to Cloud Platforms (AWS/Azure)
- Backup and Recovery solutions
- Storage technologies (SAN/NAS)
- Monitoring tools (e.g., Splunk, SolarWinds, Nagios, etc.)
- Knowledge of networking fundamentals
- Experience with DevOps or infrastructure automation tools
- Understanding of compliance and security frameworks
- Experience working in global delivery models
Required Trainings/Certifications (Preferred)
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Administrator
Soft Skills
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Ability to work in cross-functional, global teams
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Ownership and proactive approach to infrastructure stability
- Ability to handle high-pressure production environments
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
