Infra Lifecycle and Build Specialist

About the role

As an Infra Lifecycle and Build Specialist, you will make an impact by owning the full lifecycle of IT infrastructure across manufacturing plant environments — from hands-on hardware deployment and configuration to structured decommissioning. You will be a valued member of the IT Infrastructure team and work collaboratively with on-site plant teams, technical stakeholders, and third-party vendors to ensure reliable and consistent technology operations across critical production sites.

In this role, you will:

Rack, stack, cable, and configure Dell workstations and rack-mount servers in manufacturing plant IT rooms and data center environments, including ESXi host setup and SAN Storage configuration
Perform physical and remote hard drive wipes as part of the decommissioning process; execute lift-and-shift of hardware to decommission palettes and coordinate vendor pick-up
Administer and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows environments (Windows 7, Windows 10, Windows Server 2012/2016/2019) and manage VMware infrastructure including vSphere, vCenter, and ESXi clusters
Build and image Windows 10 workstations via PXE or USB, manage device inventories, and support software installation and uninstallation across plant-segmented networks
Travel up to 15% of the time to manufacturing plant sites — including potential overnight stays and air travel

Work model

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role's business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring presence at client and manufacturing plant locations across the Netherlands.

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 need to have to be considered

7+ years of hands-on experience in Microsoft Windows Systems Administration (Windows 7, Windows 10, Windows Server 2012/2016/2019), with demonstrated ability to technically troubleshoot system issues on the Windows platform
Extensive knowledge of VMware fundamentals including vSphere, vCenter, and ESXi cluster administration, with hands-on experience using Dell workstations and rack-mount servers in a data center or manufacturing plant environment
Proven experience with racking, stacking, cabling, and physical setup of server and workstation equipment, including configuration of ESXi hosts and SAN Storage
Strong experience with Windows Imaging (PXE or USB), infrastructure support activities on plant-segmented networks, and management of small device inventories
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders from various job functions and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences; physical capability to lift up to 40 lbs (±18 kg) and willingness to travel up to 15%

These will help you stand out

Prior experience supporting a plant-based or data center environment
Build Room experience
Familiarity with segmented OT/IT manufacturing network 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.

What we offer

Competitive salary
Access to Cognizant Academy
NS Business Card for public transportation
25 paid holidays per year
Laptop and smartphone
Pension scheme
Technology-driven organization
Open team spirit
International environment

About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap 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, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

Additional employment information
Compensation 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.

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.